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The Basement Room

Graham Greene
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The Basement Room

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1935

Book Brief

Graham Greene

The Basement Room

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1935
Book Details
Pages

29

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Publication Year

1935

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Reviews & Readership

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In Graham Greene’s The Basement Room, critics commend the author’s evocative storytelling and nuanced character development. The psychological depth and compelling narrative are praised, but some find the pacing uneven. Overall, the short story is recognized for its thought-provoking exploration of innocence and guilt.

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Who Should Read The Basement Room?

A reader who would enjoy Graham Greene's The Basement Room is likely intrigued by psychological drama and moral dilemmas. Fans of Ian McEwan's Atonement or Kazuo Ishiguro's The Remains of the Day will appreciate its exploration of childhood trauma and the complexities of guilt and innocence.

Book Details
Pages

29

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Publication Year

1935

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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