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Gail Godwin

    June 18, 1937

    Gail Godwin is an American novelist whose work delves into the intricacies of relationships and the psychological depths of her characters. Through her prose, she explores themes of identity, memory, and the search for meaning in the modern world. Her style is characterized by keen insight and a carefully crafted atmosphere that draws readers into the inner lives of her protagonists. Godwin examines the human condition with nuance and intelligence, making her a significant voice in contemporary literature.

    Gail Godwin
    Old Lovegood Girls
    Glass People
    Evensong
    Father Melancholy's Daughter
    The Best American Short Stories 1985
    Virago Modern Classics: The Good Husband
    • Old Lovegood Girls

      • 352 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      From the bestselling, award-winning author comes a tale of two remarkable women and their complex friendship spanning decades. In 1958, the dean of Lovegood Junior College for Girls pairs Feron Hood with Merry Jellicoe as roommates, unaware of the profound consequences. Feron, escaping a dark past, is drawn to Merry's composed demeanor. Amidst Lovegood's traditions and architecture, their friendship flourishes, yet beneath it lies a deeper bond filled with secrets, rivalry, and influence. Neither can foresee that Merry is on the brink of losing everything she has always known, leading to a premature end to their time together. A decade later, Feron and Merry have not spoken since college, having drifted into vastly different lives. However, as Feron reflects, once someone enters your "reference aura," they remain forever. When both women find themselves in need of each other’s essence, their remarkable affinity, unbroken by time, is reignited, shifting their lives once more. Luminous and literary, this narrative explores the powerful friendship between two talented writers, whose bond endures through decades of change, illustrating the enduring nature of connection and the journey of finding and losing each other repeatedly.

      Old Lovegood Girls2020
      3.4
    • Sídlo smutku

      • 358 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      Strašidelný příběh o pustém stavení a tenké linii mezi tímto životem a tím dalším. Po smrti matky je 11letý Marcus poslán, aby žil na malém ostrově v Jižní Karolíně se svou tetou, samotářskou malířkou se strašidelnou minulostí. Teta Charlotte, málomluvná žena, ukáže Marcusovi rozbořené stavení a řekne mu, že ji už 30 let pravidelně navštěvuje, protože je dokonalým obrazem jejího zborceného života. Stavení se stalo inspirací i pro její kresby. Místní stavení říkají „Sídlo smutku“, protože před padesáti lety z něj během hurikánu beze stopy zmizeli rodiče s malým chlapcem. Jejich těla se nikdy nenašla a chalupa od té doby zůstala prázdná. Když teta maluje a Marcus je sám, chodí ke stavení a testuje svou odvahu – pokaždé se přiblíží o něco blíž. Zdá se mu, že ho pozoruje duch dávno zmizelého chlapce... Marcus, plný zvědavosti a otevřený všemu neznámému a podivuhodnému, se snaží s duchem promluvit. Netuší, zda je hodný nebo ne. Sídlo smutku je skvělým duchařským příběhem, ale i příběhem o žalu, výčitkách a vzpomínkách, které nás pronásledují.

      Sídlo smutku2018
      3.0
    • Evensong

      • 432 pages
      • 16 hours of reading

      Set in a small Smoky Mountain town, the narrative explores the profound impact of community on a woman's life. Through rich character development, the story delves into the complexities of human experience, revealing themes of success and struggle, disappointment and joy. Gail Godwin's emotional precision illuminates the everyday existence of her characters, capturing the essence of their lives and the transformative power of connection.

      Evensong2000
      3.8
    • Glass People

      A Novel

      • 218 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      Exploring the extremities of human behavior, the narrative delves into the cathartic power of art, suggesting that confronting dark themes can lead to emotional salvation. The plot is intricately crafted, showcasing the brilliance of the author in presenting complex ideas through a compelling storyline. The work invites readers to engage with profound and often unsettling experiences, emphasizing the transformative potential of artistic expression.

      Glass People1999
      3.4
    • Ein liebender Mann

      • 596 pages
      • 21 hours of reading

      Als junge Wissenschaftlerin hat Magda Danvers die akademische Welt im Sturm genommen: Mit einer brillanten Studie über Visionäre wurde sie über Nacht zum Star. Bei einer Lesung begegne-te sie dem jungen Novizen Francis - und heiratete ihn, zu jedermanns Überraschung. Francis hat sein Leben ganz nach Magdas Bedürfnissen und ihrer Karriere ausgerichtet. Jetzt, Jahre später, hat Magda Krebs und wird sterben. Francis pflegt sie aufopferungsvoll. Trotz der bevorstehenden »letzten Prüfung« hat ihre Persönlichkeit nichts an Ausstrahlung verloren. Ihr Krankenbett wird Anziehungspunkt für Freunde, Studenten und Bewunderer. »Glänzend geschrieben, sicher in der Sprache und Beobachtung: eine Entdeckung für deutsche Leser.« Lese-Zeichen BR-Fernsehen

      Ein liebender Mann1997
    • Virago Modern Classics: The Good Husband

      • 468 pages
      • 17 hours of reading

      As a young woman, the brilliant and eternally curious Magda Danvers took the academic world by storm. Then, to everyone's surprise, she married Francis Lake, a mild, midwestern seminarian, who has devoted his life to taking care of his charismatic wife. Now, Magda's grave illness puts their marriage to its ultimate test. Though facing her "Final Examination," Magda continues to arouse her visitors with compelling thoughts and questions. Into this provocative atmosphere comes Alice Henry, retreating from family tragedy and a crumbling marriage to novelist Hugo Henry. But is it the incandescence of Magda's ideas that draws Alice, or the secret of "the good marriage" that she is desperate to discover? For Alice, Hugo, Francis, and Magda will learn that the most ideal relationship--even a perfect marriage--doesn't come without a price....

      Virago Modern Classics: The Good Husband1995
      2.0
    • Im Schatten seiner Flügel

      Roman

      • 573 pages
      • 21 hours of reading

      In diesem Roman erzählt die amerikan. Pfarrerstochter Margaret von ihrer Kindheit und Jugend in einer Kleinstadt des amerikan. Südens.

      Im Schatten seiner Flügel1993
    • Eine Familie des Südens

      • 514 pages
      • 18 hours of reading

      Cornelia Holfelder-von der Tann, geboren 1950, beschloss nach dem Studium (Anglistik, Germanistik, Romanistik) und einem Lehramtsreferendariat, es mit dem literarischen Übersetzen zu probieren und ist seither hauptberuflich dabeigeblieben. 2021 wurde sie mit dem Übersetzerpreis für langjähriges Übersetzen, „Rebekka“, ausgezeichnet.

      Eine Familie des Südens1993
      3.0