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From the bestselling, awardwinning author of Bad Land comes a quirky and insightful novel of what can happen when one can and does go home again.'Raban's achievements in this novel are nothing short of awesome.' The Washington PostFor the past thirty years, George Grey has been a ship bunker in the fictional west African nation of Montedor, but now he's returning home to Englandto a daughter who's a famous author he barely knows, to a peculiar new friend who back in the sixties was one of England's more famous singers, and to the long and empty days of retirement during which he's easy prey to the melancholy of memories, all the more acute since the woman he loves is still back in Africa. Witty, charming and masterly crafted, Foreign Land is an exquisitely moving tale of awkward relationships and quiet redemption.
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- Q: What is 'Foreign Land: A Novel' about? A: 'Foreign Land: A Novel' by Jonathan Raban explores the journey of George Grey, who returns to England after thirty years in Africa. The story delves into his relationships with his daughter, a famous author, and a peculiar new friend, while addressing themes of memory and redemption.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Foreign Land'? A: The author of 'Foreign Land: A Novel' is Jonathan Raban, a bestselling and award-winning writer known for his insightful storytelling.
- Q: When was 'Foreign Land' published? A: 'Foreign Land: A Novel' was published on December 4, 2001.
- Q: What is the genre of 'Foreign Land'? A: 'Foreign Land: A Novel' falls under the genre of Family Life, focusing on personal relationships and emotional journeys.
- Q: How many pages does 'Foreign Land' have? A: 'Foreign Land: A Novel' contains 352 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'Foreign Land: A Novel' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'Foreign Land' suitable for all ages? A: 'Foreign Land: A Novel' is generally suitable for adult readers due to its themes and complexity.
- Q: What are the main themes in 'Foreign Land'? A: The main themes in 'Foreign Land: A Novel' include nostalgia, family dynamics, and the search for identity and redemption.
- Q: Does 'Foreign Land' have any illustrations or photographs? A: 'Foreign Land: A Novel' does not include illustrations or photographs; it is a text-based narrative.
- Q: Can I find reviews for 'Foreign Land'? A: Yes, you can find reviews for 'Foreign Land: A Novel' on various book retailer websites and literary review platforms, where readers share their thoughts on the story and characters.