Alms for Oblivion: Fielding Gray
- 176 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Alms for Oblivion Series
This series delves into the intricate relationships and coming-of-age experiences of young men in post-war England. It follows their journeys of self-discovery, navigating first loves, the loss of innocence, and the inevitable pressures of society. The narratives explore themes of ambition, betrayal, and the fragility of human connection, all set against a richly detailed historical backdrop.
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Alms For Oblivion Vol I
- 896 pages
- 32 hours of reading
Alms for Oblivion is a series of ten novels, all telling separate stories but at the same time linked together by the characters they have in common: schoolboys and businessmen, writers and soldiers, prostitutes and patient wives, actresses and models.
Simon Raven's sequence of colourful and funny novels about the English upper- class misbehaving continues against a backdrop of intrigue in Athens, radicalism in Cambridge, turmoil in India and movie-making in Corfu.
Alms For Oblivion Volume III
- 544 pages
- 20 hours of reading
The narrative unfolds through a gripping series of dramatic events, including murders, suicides, and affairs, set against a backdrop of chaos with fires, an explosion, and blackmail. Themes of gambling, illness, and madness intertwine with a vibrant social scene filled with parties and sexual escapades. The collection features "Bring Forth the Body" and "The Survivors," showcasing a blend of intrigue and emotional turmoil that captivates readers.