John McGahern’s Love of the World is a poignant and introspective narrative that deftly explores themes of exile, belonging, and the enduring human connection to homeland. Through evocative prose, McGahern paints a vivid portrait of personal loss entwined with a profound appreciation for the natural and cultural landscapes that shape identity. The novel’s subtle elegance and emotional depth invite readers to reflect on the complex interplay between memory and place, evoking a timeless meditation on what it means to love—and ultimately seek reconciliation with—the world around us.
John McGahern’s Love of the World is a poignant and introspective narrative that deftly explores themes of exile, belonging, and the enduring human connection to homeland. Through evocative prose, McGahern paints a vivid portrait of personal loss entwined with a profound appreciation for the natural and cultural landscapes that shape identity. The novel’s subtle elegance and emotional depth invite readers to reflect on the complex interplay between memory and place, evoking a timeless meditation on what it means to love—and ultimately seek reconciliation with—the world around us.
Faber & Faber, 2009 hardback, first edition. Name inscribed inside and dustjacket has some shelf wear & creasing at top of spine where it meets the cover, there is also some slight foxing to the pages.
