The Long View
The Long View
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1996
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Historical Fiction•
British LiteratureLondon, England • 1950s
1996
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Long View by Elizabeth Jane Howard explores the complexities of a marriage through a dual narrative. It shifts between the 1950s and earlier years, revealing the relationship's development through pivotal moments. The story focuses on character growth amid social expectations, portraying the evolving dynamic between a couple over time.
Contemplative
Melancholic
Bittersweet
Emotional
Mysterious
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Long View by Elizabeth Jane Howard is acclaimed for its insightful character development and keen psychological observations. Reviewers praise Howard's elegant prose and the novel's intricate exploration of marital dynamics. Some criticism arises from its slow pacing, but overall, it is recognized for its depth and perceptive portrayal of relationships.
Who Should Read The Long View?
A reader who enjoys The Long View by Elizabeth Jane Howard would appreciate introspective character studies and complex family dynamics. Fans of Virginia Woolf's To the Lighthouse and the emotional depth in Ian McEwan’s Atonement would likely find Howard's exploration of time and personal reflection appealing.
2,439 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
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Historical Fiction•
British LiteratureLondon, England • 1950s
1996
Adult
18+ years
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