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Master Georgie

Beryl Bainbridge
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Master Georgie

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1998

Book Brief

Beryl Bainbridge

Master Georgie

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1998
Book Details
Pages

190

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England, Crimea • Mid-19th century

Publication Year

1998

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Master Georgie by Beryl Bainbridge is a historical novel set during the Crimean War that follows George Hardy, a surgeon and photographer, who leaves his Victorian lifestyle to volunteer in the war effort. The story is narrated by three characters: Myrtle, an orphan adopted by George's family; Pompey Jones, a street performer turned photography assistant; and Dr. Potter, a geologist.

Melancholic

Mysterious

Gritty

Bittersweet

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

3.7

2,598 ratings

53%

Loved it

33%

Mixed feelings

13%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Beryl Bainbridge's Master Georgie has received broad acclaim for its vivid character portrayal and evocative depiction of the Crimean War. Critics praised the narrative structure and historical detail. However, some found the pacing slow and the fragmented storytelling challenging. Overall, it is considered a compelling and thoughtful read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Master Georgie?

A reader who enjoys Master Georgie by Beryl Bainbridge may appreciate historical fiction with complex characters and emotional depth, akin to Michael Ondaatje’s The English Patient or Hilary Mantel’s Wolf Hall. Fans of literary narratives that explore human experiences amidst historical backdrops will find this novel engrossing.

3.7

2,598 ratings

53%

Loved it

33%

Mixed feelings

13%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

190

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England, Crimea • Mid-19th century

Publication Year

1998

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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