by أسعد الحسين, George Orwell
A Note on the Text--Coming Up for Air
This was an odd book. I enjoyed it, even when I didn't like the protagonist, but having finished it I still can't say that I understand it.
My preoccupation with British literature set in the immediate pre-WW2 era and in, or around, London continues. I recently read Hangover Square by Patrick Hamilton and that kick started a whole fascination with English literature set in or around London c1939. In addition to Hangover Square, particu...
Loved it, just loved it. Orwell is fast becoming one of my favourite authors. Love his humour, wit and sarcasm. Lovely story about nostalgia which I would definitely read again.
This is my fifth Orwell and the one I liked the most, so far. I reckon how I should reread (and in English at this time) both "1984" and "Animal Farm" before putting "Coming Up for Air" on top, but at the moment it stands there. So why have I liked this novel so much? Oh, there are several and kind ...
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