Ronald Frame's fiction delves into the intricate landscapes of the human psyche and the complexities of relationships. His writing is marked by a keen observational power and a precisely crafted prose that illuminates his characters and their journeys. He explores themes of identity, memory, and moral ambiguity, offering readers insightful and often unsettling literary experiences. Frame's distinctive style and narrative technique immerse the reader in richly rendered worlds, making his work a compelling study of human nature.
Coinciding with the publication of Ronald Frame's, "The Sun on the Wall", this is one of three of his book being reissued. The other two books are "Sandmouth People" and "A Woman of Judah".
Catherine Havisham was born into privilege. Handsome, imperious, she is the daughter of a wealthy brewer, and lives in luxury in Satis House. But she is never far from the smell of hops and the arresting letters on the brewhouse wall - Havisham. A reminder of all she owes to the family name and the family business.
Original Stories by Britain's Best New Young Writers
A collection of short stories by young British writers, this provides an introduction to the work of Iain Banks, Peter Benson, H.S. Bhabra, James Buchan, Patricia Ferguson, Ronald Frame, Patrick Gale, Carlo Gebler, James Lasdun, Deborah Levy, Adam Lively, Aidan Mathews, Candia McWilliam, Geoff Nicholson, Tim Parks, Philip Ridley, Joan Smith, Rupert Thomson, Daisy Waugh and Mathew Yorke. Many of these have already received critical acclaim. The collection is introduced by Graham Swift, author of "Waterland" and "Out of this World".