“Having a sister or a friend is like sitting at night in a lighted house. Those outside can watch you if they want, but you need not see them. You simply say, "Here are the perimeters of our attention. If you prowl around under the windows till the crickets go silent, we will pull the shades. If you wish us to suffer your envious curiosity, you must permit us not to notice it." Anyone with one solid human bond is that smug, and it is the smugness as much as the comfort and safety that lonely people covet and admire.”
Quote by Marilynne Robinson
Work
Housekeeping: A Novel
Housekeeping: A Novel is a work of literary fiction that follows the lives of two orphaned sisters, Ruth and Lucille, as they are raised by a series of relatives in the fictional town of Fingerbone, Idaho. The story centers on their unconventional aunt, Sylvie, who becomes their guardian and introduces a transient, unkempt lifestyle that challenges traditional notions of home and stability. The narrative delves into memory, loss, and the fluid boundaries between the domestic and the wild, offering a meditative exploration of what it means to belong. more
Author
Marilynne Robinson
Marilynne Robinson is an American novelist known for her profound religious and moral themes. Her works often explore personal faith, social justice, and human relationships, earning her widespread acclaim. Born on November 26, 1943, Robinson's novels 'Gilead' and 'Housekeeping' have received extensive praise. more
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