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Set in the bleak Fen Country of East Anglia, and spanning some 240 years in the lives of its haunted narrator and his ancestors, Waterland is a book that takes in eels and incest, ale-making and madness, the heartless sweep of history and a family romance as tormented as any in Greek tragedy. In the years since its first publication, in 1983, Waterland has established itself as one of the classics of twentieth-century British literature: a visionary tale of England’s Fen country; a sinuous meditation on the workings of history; and a family story startling in its detail and universal in its reach.
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.
Epic family saga intertwined with history and tragedy.
Who is this book for?
Waterland is a captivating read that immerses you into the haunting beauty of East Anglia’s Fen country. Its rich narrative weaves through centuries of history, personal struggles, and dark family secrets, all with poetic depth. If you enjoy stories that blend history, family drama, and a touch of the mythic, this book will linger long after you've turned the last page.
