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Set in 1954, the story follows Gerard Middleton, a 60-year-old man grappling with his past as a self-proclaimed failure. His involvement in a controversial archaeological dig haunts him as he faces estranged children and a troubled former mistress. The narrative weaves through subplots featuring his sons: John, a provocative radio host, and Robin, a prosperous businessman, along with a diverse cast of characters connected by family ties and shared history. Themes of failure, redemption, and the complexities of relationships unfold against a backdrop of scandal and intrigue.
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Anglo-Saxon Attitudes, Angus Wilson
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- Released
- 2005
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- Language
- English
- Authors
- Angus Wilson
- Publisher
- New York Review of Books
- Released
- 2005
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 360
- ISBN13
- 9781590171424
- Series
- Rating
- 3.6 out of 5
- Description
- Set in 1954, the story follows Gerard Middleton, a 60-year-old man grappling with his past as a self-proclaimed failure. His involvement in a controversial archaeological dig haunts him as he faces estranged children and a troubled former mistress. The narrative weaves through subplots featuring his sons: John, a provocative radio host, and Robin, a prosperous businessman, along with a diverse cast of characters connected by family ties and shared history. Themes of failure, redemption, and the complexities of relationships unfold against a backdrop of scandal and intrigue.