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The Transit of Venus
by Shirley Hazzard · 1980 · 352 pages
Sam Altman
3.9 (13K ratings)
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Sam Altman
About This Book
Two orphaned Australian sisters, Caroline and Grace Bell, emigrate to post-war England to seek their fortunes. The novel spans thirty years, tracing their complex relationships with the men in their lives against a backdrop of global movement and predestined tragedy. It is known for its intricate structure and precise, elegant prose.
Book Details
Published
1980
Pages
352
Language
en
ISBN
9780140107470
Awards & Recognition
National Book Critics Circle Award (1980)National Book Award Finalist (1981)
Audiobook Available
15h 29m
Narrated by Juliet Stevenson
