ISBN 9780141188003
Rs. 1,118
Penguin Modern Classics
Angle of Repose
Who it's for: Readers of literary fiction who enjoy character-driven historical narratives
Lyman Ward, a retired history professor confined to a wheelchair by a bone disease, returns to his family home in the Sierra Nevada to piece together the life of his long-dead grandmother, who journeyed to Grass Valley nearly a century earlier. Through uncovering her story, he confronts the sweep of family, memory, and the American West. Why You Should Read? A moving exploration of family history and personal reflection. Vivid portrayal of the Western frontier and its legacy. Blends historical narrative with an intimate, character-driven story. Perfect for readers who enjoy literary fiction with depth and nostalgia.
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- Narrated by a retired history professor confined to a wheelchair
- Set in the Sierra Nevada and Grass Valley, California
- Interweaves family history with the American frontier
- A character-driven literary fiction with historical depth
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Who is the main character?
Lyman Ward, a retired history professor confined to a wheelchair by a bone disease.
What is the setting of the book?
The story is set in the Sierra Nevada, with the grandmother's journey to Grass Valley nearly a century earlier.
What is the book about?
It follows Lyman Ward as he pieces together the life of his long-dead grandmother, confronting themes of family, memory, and the American West.
Is this book part of a series?
No, it is a standalone novel.