Wish You Were Here
By Swift Graham
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ISBN: 9780307744395Publisher: Random House (USA)Year: 2013Pages: 336Tracked delivery
Code: 9780307744395
Wish You Were Here
Graham Swift - 2013
Overview
Set on the Isle of Wight in 2006, this novel follows Jack Luxton, a former Devon farmer now running a seaside caravan park. Jack receives news that his brother, Tom, missing for years, has been killed in combat in Iraq. This news profoundly impacts Jack and his wife, Ellie, initiating a crucial journey for Jack to retrieve his brother's remains and confront deeply held, troubling memories. The story is a hauntingly intimate and compassionate exploration of human resilience, set against the backdrop of a wider, afflicted world.
Who it's for
- Readers interested in character-driven literary fiction.
- Those who appreciate stories exploring themes of loss, memory, and family.
- Readers seeking a novel that connects personal tragedy to global events.
Key features
- Paperback edition
- Published by Random House (USA)
- 336 pages
- ISBN: 9780307744395
- Published in 2013
- Dimensions: 134x208 mm