The Fountain Overflows
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2002
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Novel • Fiction
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Historical Fiction•
British LiteratureEngland • 1900s
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Music2002
Adult
14+ years
The Fountain Overflows by Rebecca West explores the life of a musically gifted family in early 20th-century England. The story focuses on personal struggles, artistic pursuits, and the impact of societal changes. Readers are immersed in the family's experiences as they navigate challenges and seek fulfillment.
Contemplative
Bittersweet
Melancholic
Emotional
Nostalgic
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The Fountain Overflows by Rebecca West is lauded for its rich character development and lyrical prose, transporting readers into the complexities of a musical family. Critics appreciate its exploration of familial bonds and the artistic struggle. However, some find the narrative pacing slow and the plot meandering. Overall, it's a profound reflection on creativity and domestic life.
A reader who enjoys The Fountain Overflows by Rebecca West likely appreciates character-driven narratives centered on family dynamics and early 20th-century settings. Fans of L. P. Hartley's The Go-Between and E. M. Forster's Howards End would find similar themes of societal change and personal growth appealing.
3,539 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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408
Novel • Fiction
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Historical Fiction•
British LiteratureEngland • 1900s
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Music2002
Adult
14+ years
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