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The Time of the Angels

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From "one of the most significant novelists of her generation" and a Man Booker Prize winner, a priest descends into madness in a London rectory after WWII ( The Guardian).Carel Fisher was once a bastion of faith, a shining example of Anglican goodness and Christian values. But time and circumstance have worn him down as surely as the bombs of the Blitz have broken apart the very walls around him ... Read more

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From "one of the most significant novelists of her generation" and a Man Booker Prize winner, a priest descends into madness in a London rectory after WWII ( The Guardian).Carel Fisher was once a bastion of faith, a shining example of Anglican goodness and Christian values. But time and circumstance have worn him down as surely as the bombs of the Blitz have broken apart the very walls around him
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The Sea, the Sea

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Winner of the Booker Prize—a tale of the strange obsessions that haunt a playwright as he composes his memoirsCharles Arrowby, leading light of England's theatrical set, retires from glittering London to an isolated home by the sea. He plans to write a memoir about his great love affair with Clement Makin, his mentor, both professionally and personally, and amuse himself with Lizzie, an actress he ... Read more

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Winner of the Booker Prize—a tale of the strange obsessions that haunt a playwright as he composes his memoirsCharles Arrowby, leading light of England's theatrical set, retires from glittering London to an isolated home by the sea. He plans to write a memoir about his great love affair with Clement Makin, his mentor, both professionally and personally, and amuse himself with Lizzie, an actress he
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An Unofficial Rose

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"A Shakespearean comedy of misaligned lovers" set in the modern English countryside by a Man Booker Prize winner ( Publishers Weekly).Hugh Peronett's life is tinged with regret: the regret of never following his passions and losing the one woman he loved. Twenty-five years ago, he ended an affair with Emma Sands, a detective novelist who had stolen his heart, to be with his wife, Fanny. Now, Fanny ... Read more

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"A Shakespearean comedy of misaligned lovers" set in the modern English countryside by a Man Booker Prize winner ( Publishers Weekly).Hugh Peronett's life is tinged with regret: the regret of never following his passions and losing the one woman he loved. Twenty-five years ago, he ended an affair with Emma Sands, a detective novelist who had stolen his heart, to be with his wife, Fanny. Now, Fanny
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The Novels of Iris Murdoch Volume Two

The Flight from the Enchanter, The Red and the Green, and The Time of the Angels

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Three unforgettable novels from the Man Booker Prize–winning author of The Sea, the Sea and "consummate storyteller" ( The Independent)."One of the most significant novelists of her generation" ( The Guardian), the "prodigiously inventive" British author Iris Murdoch grappled with questions of morality as well as the nature of love in novels that are every bit as entertaining as they are thought ... Read more

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Three unforgettable novels from the Man Booker Prize–winning author of The Sea, the Sea and "consummate storyteller" ( The Independent)."One of the most significant novelists of her generation" ( The Guardian), the "prodigiously inventive" British author Iris Murdoch grappled with questions of morality as well as the nature of love in novels that are every bit as entertaining as they are thought
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A Severed Head

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A novel about the frightfulness and ruthlessness of being in love, from the author of the Booker Prize-winning novel The Sea, The SeaMartin Lynch-Gibson believes he can possess both a beautiful wife and a delightful lover. But when his wife, Antonia, suddenly leaves him for her psychoanalyst, Martin is plunged into an intensive emotional reeducation. He attempts to behave beautifully and sensibly. ... Read more

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A novel about the frightfulness and ruthlessness of being in love, from the author of the Booker Prize-winning novel The Sea, The SeaMartin Lynch-Gibson believes he can possess both a beautiful wife and a delightful lover. But when his wife, Antonia, suddenly leaves him for her psychoanalyst, Martin is plunged into an intensive emotional reeducation. He attempts to behave beautifully and sensibly.
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Henry and Cato

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Reunited childhood friends confront their longings and failures in this "engaging" novel by a Man Booker Prize–winning author ( The New York Times).As children growing up in the English countryside, Henry Marshalson and Cato Forbes were inseparable. But, as time went on, their lives took different paths. For Henry, whose older brother would inherit his father's estate, the United States called, ... Read more

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Reunited childhood friends confront their longings and failures in this "engaging" novel by a Man Booker Prize–winning author ( The New York Times).As children growing up in the English countryside, Henry Marshalson and Cato Forbes were inseparable. But, as time went on, their lives took different paths. For Henry, whose older brother would inherit his father's estate, the United States called,
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The Novels of Iris Murdoch Volume One

Henry and Cato, The Italian Girl, and The Philosopher's Pupil

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Three sharply observed novels from the "prodigiously inventive" Man Booker Prize–winning author of The Sea, The Sea ( The New York Times)."One of the most significant novelists of her generation" ( The Guardian) and a "consummate storyteller" ( The Independent), British author Iris Murdoch grappled with questions of morality as well as the nature of love in novels that are every bit as ... Read more

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Three sharply observed novels from the "prodigiously inventive" Man Booker Prize–winning author of The Sea, The Sea ( The New York Times)."One of the most significant novelists of her generation" ( The Guardian) and a "consummate storyteller" ( The Independent), British author Iris Murdoch grappled with questions of morality as well as the nature of love in novels that are every bit as
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The Italian Girl

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A family struggles for redemption after a funeral brings dark secrets to the surface in this novel from the Booker Prize–winning author of The Sea, The Sea.For the first time in years, Edmund Narraway has returned to his childhood home—for the funeral of his mother. The visit rekindles feelings of affection and nostalgia—but also triggers a resurgence of the tensions that caused him to leave in ... Read more

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A family struggles for redemption after a funeral brings dark secrets to the surface in this novel from the Booker Prize–winning author of The Sea, The Sea.For the first time in years, Edmund Narraway has returned to his childhood home—for the funeral of his mother. The visit rekindles feelings of affection and nostalgia—but also triggers a resurgence of the tensions that caused him to leave in
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The Black Prince

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Bradley Pearson, an unsuccessful novelist in his late fifties, has finally left his dull office job as an Inspector of Taxes. Bradley hopes to retire to the country, but predatory friends and relations dash his hopes of a peaceful retirement. He is tormented by his melancholic sister, who has decided to come live with him; his ex-wife, who has infuriating hopes of redeeming the past; her ... Read more

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Bradley Pearson, an unsuccessful novelist in his late fifties, has finally left his dull office job as an Inspector of Taxes. Bradley hopes to retire to the country, but predatory friends and relations dash his hopes of a peaceful retirement. He is tormented by his melancholic sister, who has decided to come live with him; his ex-wife, who has infuriating hopes of redeeming the past; her
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A Word Child

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Guilt, secrets, and lies haunt two men whose lives are bound by a long-ago tragedy in this "riveting" novel by the author of The Sea, The Sea ( Los Angeles Times).Twenty years ago, Hilary Burde's story was one of remarkable success and enviable courage. Having brought himself out of a troubled childhood with only his intellect and wit, he was one of the most promising scholars at Oxford, a student ... Read more

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Guilt, secrets, and lies haunt two men whose lives are bound by a long-ago tragedy in this "riveting" novel by the author of The Sea, The Sea ( Los Angeles Times).Twenty years ago, Hilary Burde's story was one of remarkable success and enviable courage. Having brought himself out of a troubled childhood with only his intellect and wit, he was one of the most promising scholars at Oxford, a student
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The Philosopher's Pupil

A Novel

by Iris Murdoch ...

A New York Times Notable Book: An "ingeniously plotted" tale of tragedy, comedy, and small-town gossip ( The New York Times Book Review).The quiet English town of Ennistone is known for its peaceful, relaxing spa—a haven of restoration, rejuvenation, and calm. Until the night George McCaffrey's car plunges into the cold waters of the canal, carrying with it his wife, Stella. And until the village ... Read more

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A New York Times Notable Book: An "ingeniously plotted" tale of tragedy, comedy, and small-town gossip ( The New York Times Book Review).The quiet English town of Ennistone is known for its peaceful, relaxing spa—a haven of restoration, rejuvenation, and calm. Until the night George McCaffrey's car plunges into the cold waters of the canal, carrying with it his wife, Stella. And until the village
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Bruno's Dream

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A dying man makes a request of his estranged son that brings secrets and grudges to the surface in a novel by the prize-winning author of Under the Net.With not much time left to live, Bruno makes a final request to those who care for him: He wishes to see his estranged son, Miles, once more. After decades of broken contact due to Miles marrying a woman Bruno once found unsuitable, the prodigal ... Read more

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A dying man makes a request of his estranged son that brings secrets and grudges to the surface in a novel by the prize-winning author of Under the Net.With not much time left to live, Bruno makes a final request to those who care for him: He wishes to see his estranged son, Miles, once more. After decades of broken contact due to Miles marrying a woman Bruno once found unsuitable, the prodigal
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