Autumn
Autumn
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Modern Classic FictionEngland • Contemporary
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World History2016
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Autumn by Ali Smith, a friendship blossoms between Elisabeth, a young woman, and her elderly neighbor, Daniel. The novel explores themes of time, memory, and the political climate in post-Brexit Britain, reflecting on cultural and social changes. The narrative intertwines past and present, offering a poignant commentary on contemporary issues.
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Review Roundup
Ali Smith's Autumn has drawn praise for its innovative narrative structure and timely themes, capturing the post-Brexit British zeitgeist with wit and poignancy. Readers appreciate its rich, lyrical prose and thought-provoking exploration of time and memory. However, some find the fragmented storytelling challenging and occasionally disjointed. Overall, it's an evocative, if complex, read.
Who Should Read Autumn?
Readers who enjoy introspective, contemporary fiction with rich prose and layered themes, resembling the style of Virginia Woolf’s Mrs. Dalloway or Zadie Smith’s NW, will appreciate Autumn by Ali Smith. The novel’s exploration of time, memory, and identity will resonate with those interested in social commentary and lyrical storytelling.
83,629 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
264
Novel • Fiction
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Modern Classic FictionEngland • Contemporary
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World History2016
Adult
18+ years
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