A Day in the Dark and Other Stories
A Day in the Dark and Other Stories
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1965
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Ireland • Mid-20th century
1965
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
A Day in the Dark and Other Stories by Elizabeth Bowen is a collection featuring narratives about personal and social complexities. Among the stories, "A Day in the Dark" reveals a young woman's encounter with truth, while others like "The Demon Lover" and "Maria" explore themes of memory, identity, and emotional turmoil through poignant character experiences.
Mysterious
Melancholic
Contemplative
Dark
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
A Day in the Dark and Other Stories by Elizabeth Bowen is celebrated for its incisive exploration of human emotions and intricate social dynamics. Reviewers praise Bowen's nuanced prose and rich characterizations. However, some find the stories' ambiguity challenging. Overall, the collection is recommended for readers who appreciate subtle and sophisticated narratives.
Who Should Read A Day in the Dark and Other Stories?
Lovers of nuanced, character-driven narratives and subtle explorations of human emotion would relish A Day in the Dark and Other Stories. Comparable to Virginia Woolf's To the Lighthouse, Bowen’s tales captivate those interested in psychological depth and atmospheric settings.
3 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Ireland • Mid-20th century
1965
Adult
18+ years
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