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Dearly beloved

Dearly beloved

a theme and variations.
Contemporary LiteratureLiterary Fiction
Pages
202
Published
1962
Language
English

Synopsis

This novel delves into the profound meaning of marriage, as a New England family gathers for the wedding of their first grandchild. The ceremony acts as a catalyst, bringing to the surface each friend and kinsman's hidden fears, loves, hates, and unhappiness. Through their varied reactions, the story sharpens awareness of the enduring nature of a perfect love.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

ReflectiveEmotionalThought-Provoking
Family Saga

Genres

Contemporary Literature Literary Fiction

About the author

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Anne Morrow Lindbergh

Anne Morrow Lindbergh was an American author and aviator, known for her thoughtful essays and memoirs. Her most famous work, Gift from the Sea, offers reflections on life and solitude. She also wrote the travel memoir North to the Orient and the novel Dearly Beloved.