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Set in a 1960s Suffolk village, this work captures the voices of its inhabitants, offering a poignant glimpse into a fading way of life. Through meticulous observation, it explores themes of memory versus modernity, the connection between nature and humanity, and the dynamics of silence and expression. Ronald Blythe's narrative serves as a profound reflection on the past, inviting readers to contemplate the enduring impact of these relationships on both individuals and communities.
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Akenfield: Portrait of an English Village, Ronald Blythe
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- Released
- 2015
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- Title
- Akenfield: Portrait of an English Village
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Ronald Blythe
- Publisher
- New York Review of Books
- Released
- 2015
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 384
- ISBN13
- 9781590178300
- Category
- Social sciences, World history
- Description
- Set in a 1960s Suffolk village, this work captures the voices of its inhabitants, offering a poignant glimpse into a fading way of life. Through meticulous observation, it explores themes of memory versus modernity, the connection between nature and humanity, and the dynamics of silence and expression. Ronald Blythe's narrative serves as a profound reflection on the past, inviting readers to contemplate the enduring impact of these relationships on both individuals and communities.