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Set in New England mainly and London partly, On Beauty concerns a pair of feuding families - the Belseys and the Kipps - and a clutch of doomed affairs. It puts low morals among high ideals and asks some searching questions about what life does to love. For the Belseys and the Kipps, the confusions - both personal and political - of our uncertain age are about to be brought close to home: right to the heart of family.
A note on book covers: while we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
Explores family conflicts amid moral and political dilemmas.
Who is this book for?
If you're drawn to stories about complex family dynamics and the moral ambiguities that come with them, this book is a compelling read. It masterfully weaves personal love affairs with broader social questions, making it a thought-provoking journey into human nature and societal expectations. The depth of its characters and the authenticity of their struggles could really resonate with you.
