“The small seed of despair cracks open and sends experimental tendrils upward to the fragile skin of calm holding him together.”
Book:Ordinary people
Quote by Judith Guest
Work
Ordinary people
This novel delves into the lives of an ordinary family, highlighting the challenges they face and the emotional journeys they undertake. The narrative explores themes of grief, identity, and the search for meaning in the face of adversity. more
Author
Judith Guest
Judith Guest is an American novelist renowned for her work 'Falling Away', which was first published in 1971 and won the Pulitzer Prize. Her works often delve into family and interpersonal relationships, characterized by their nuanced emotional depth and insightful observations. more
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