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The Corner That Held Them (New York Review Books Classics)
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A Unique Novel About Life In A 14Thcentury Convent By One Of England'S Most Original Authors.Sylvia Townsend Warners The Corner That Held Them Is A Historical Novel Like No Other, One That Immerses The Reader In The Dailiness Of History, Rather Than History As The Given Sequence Of Events That, In Time, It Comes To Seem. Time Ebbs And Flows And Characters Come And Go In This Novel, Set In The Era Of The Black Death, About A Benedictine Convent Of No Great Note. The Nuns Do Their Chores, And Seek To Maintain And Improve The Fabric Of Their House And Chapel, And Struggle With Each Other And With Themselves. The Book That Emerges Is A Picture Of A World Run By Women But Also A Storystirring, Disturbing, Witty, Utterly Entrancingof A Community. What Is The Life Of A Community And How Does It Support, Or Constrain, A Real Humanity? How Do We Live Through It And It Through Us? These Are Among The Deep Questions That Lie Behind This Rare Triumph Of The Novelists Art.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Corner That Held Them'? A: The main theme of 'The Corner That Held Them' revolves around community life in a 14th-century Benedictine convent, exploring how individuals coexist, support, and sometimes constrain one another within a shared space.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Corner That Held Them'? A: The author of 'The Corner That Held Them' is Sylvia Townsend Warner, known for her unique narrative style and exploration of historical themes.
- Q: What is the setting of the novel? A: The novel is set in a 14th-century convent during the era of the Black Death, providing a backdrop that influences the lives and interactions of the characters.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Corner That Held Them' have? A: 'The Corner That Held Them' has a total of 424 pages.
- Q: What type of binding is used for this book? A: 'The Corner That Held Them' is available in paperback binding, making it a flexible and lightweight choice for readers.
- Q: When was 'The Corner That Held Them' published? A: 'The Corner That Held Them' was published on September 10, 2019.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in historical fiction? A: Yes, 'The Corner That Held Them' is a compelling choice for readers interested in historical fiction, particularly those fascinated by life in medieval settings.
- Q: What kind of narrative style can readers expect from this book? A: Readers can expect a narrative style that immerses them in the dailiness of history, focusing on character development and the complexities of community life rather than a strict chronological sequence of events.
- Q: Are there any notable features of the book? A: While the book's features are not explicitly listed, it is praised for its deep philosophical questions about community, humanity, and the intricacies of daily life in a convent.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: 'The Corner That Held Them' is available as a reissue edition.