All Passion Spent
All Passion Spent
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1983
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Historical Fiction•
British LiteratureLondon, England • 1930s
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World History•
Women`s Studies1983
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
All Passion Spent by Vita Sackville-West follows Lady Slane, a widow who, after her husband's death, seeks personal freedom and self-fulfillment. The narrative explores themes of independence and identity as she reflects on her past, makes unconventional choices, and embraces her true passions in her later years.
Contemplative
Mysterious
Melancholic
Nostalgic
Inspirational
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
All Passion Spent by Vita Sackville-West is celebrated for its eloquent prose and exploration of autonomy in later life. Readers praise its feminist themes and the protagonist's introspection. However, some find the plot slow-moving and the supporting characters underdeveloped. Overall, it's valued for its poignant depiction of self-discovery and personal liberation.
Who Should Read All Passion Spent?
A reader who appreciates All Passion Spent by Vita Sackville-West likely enjoys introspective narratives about self-discovery and autonomy in later life. Fans of Virginia Woolf's Mrs. Dalloway or Elizabeth von Arnim's The Enchanted April would resonate with its themes of personal reflection and liberation.
5,180 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
297
Novel • Fiction
•
Historical Fiction•
British LiteratureLondon, England • 1930s
•
World History•
Women`s Studies1983
Adult
18+ years
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