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“...being alone with him was like being in a room which someone had just violently left”

Quote by John Banville

Work

A book bearing this title would generally engage with the depths, moods, and mysteries of maritime environments. Such works often use the sea as a powerful metaphorical landscape, representing change, isolation, the unknown, or the passage of time. Readers might expect exploration of coastal communities, maritime journeys, or the psychological dimensions of human engagement with vast waters. The title suggests an atmospheric and contemplative approach to subject matter connected to oceanic settings. more

Author

John Banville, born on December 8, 1945, is an Irish novelist known for his unique narrative style and profound philosophical insights. His works have won numerous literary awards. more

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