Maeve Brennan’s The Springs of Affection is a poignant exploration of human connection and the subtle tensions underlying domestic life. Through her finely detailed prose, Brennan weaves a narrative that illuminates the fragile balance between love and alienation. The story’s delicate examination of affection—its sources, its reservoirs, and its occasional droughts—captures both the warmth and complexity of intimate relationships. Perfect for readers who appreciate literary fiction that probes the emotional depths of everyday moments, this work remains an evocative and timeless piece in Brennan’s celebrated oeuvre.
Maeve Brennan’s The Springs of Affection is a poignant exploration of human connection and the subtle tensions underlying domestic life. Through her finely detailed prose, Brennan weaves a narrative that illuminates the fragile balance between love and alienation. The story’s delicate examination of affection—its sources, its reservoirs, and its occasional droughts—captures both the warmth and complexity of intimate relationships. Perfect for readers who appreciate literary fiction that probes the emotional depths of everyday moments, this work remains an evocative and timeless piece in Brennan’s celebrated oeuvre.
Flamingo, 1999. Paperback, first edition. Some slight creasing along spine and a whisper of foxing, otherwise a very good copy in good, clean condition with no other internal/external markings
