And Every Morning the Way Home Gets Longer and Longer

Name: And Every Morning the Way Home Gets Longer and Longer
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SKU: 9781405937832
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From the New York Times bestselling author of Anxious People

By Fredrik Backman

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Summary

And Every Morning the Way Home Gets Longer and Longer by Fredrik Backman is a touching novella that delicately explores the relationship between an elderly man and his grandson, as the man grapples with the onset of dementia. Through a mix of heart-warming and poignant moments, the story unfolds in a metaphorical landscape where memories and connections are cherished amidst the gradual fading of the man's mind. This brief yet powerful narrative captures the beauty of love and the bittersweet nature of memory.
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Description

A moving portrait of an elderly man's struggle to hold on to his most precious memories, from the internationally bestselling author of A Man Called Ove.

Grandpa and Noah are sitting on a bench in a square that gets smaller every day. The square is both strange and familiar, full of their lives' odds and ends. Here they share jokes, discuss their love of mathematics and Grandpa recalls falling in love with his wife, and how he dreads the day when he won't remember her.

Sometimes Grandpa sits on the bench next to Ted, Noah's father, who prefers writing and playing guitar. They're very different, but bonded by their love of Noah.

Grandpa, Grandma, Ted, and Noah all meet in this space that is growing increasingly dimmer and more confusing. And here is where they will learn to say goodbye.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

And Every Morning the Way Home Gets Longer and Longer by Fredrik Backman is widely praised for its heartwarming and bittersweet exploration of love and memory. Critics appreciate its ability to convey deep emotions and connections within a concise format, describing it as both heartwarming and heartbreaking. Despite its melancholic themes, the novella is seen as uplifting, offering a poignant message about cherishing relationships.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781405937832

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 27 October 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 141.0mm

Height: 188.0mm

Weight: 270g

Pages: 96

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Fiction Fredrik Backman General Fiction Health & Wellness Literary Fiction Penguin Books Romance Self-Help & Personal Development

About the Author

Number 1 New York Times bestseller FREDRIK BACKMAN made his literary debut in 2012 with the global sensation A Man Called Ove - now a major motion picture starring Tom Hanks. Wickedly funny, touching and wise, Fredrik Backman's novels are odysseys of the ordinary man and woman, and stunningly moving tales of everyday courage. Up to now, Fredrik Backman has written seven highly acclaimed novels, two heartfelt novellas about life and love, and one non-fiction book about parenthood. His books have sold more than 18 million copies in 46 languages and the Swedish film adaption of A Man Called Ove was nominated for two Academy Awards. He lives in Stockholm, Sweden, with his wife and two children.

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