Graham Swift

2 summariesLiterary Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance

Graham Swift is a British author known for his contributions to contemporary fiction. His notable works include "Mothering Sunday," a novel exploring themes of love and memory, and "Waterland," which delves into history and storytelling. Swift's writing often reflects on personal and collective narratives, earning him recognition in literary circles.

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Books by Graham Swift

2 books available

Mothering Sunday
Graham Swift
3.7 (11k) average on GoodreadsLiterary Fiction
On Mothering Sunday in 1924, a maid's secret meeting with an aristocratic heir changes her life, leading to a journey of self-discovery that lasts for decades.
Waterland
Graham Swift
3.9 (8k) average on GoodreadsLiterary Fiction
In the desolate East Anglian Fens, a history teacher's meandering narrative of eels, incest, madness, and murder unravels his family's tormented legacy and the relentless, cyclical nature of history itself.