Addlands
Addlands by Tom Bullough, published by Granta in 2016, is a literary work that explores the lives of two generations of the Hamer family on Funnon Farm. The narrative centers on Idris, a strong and stubborn farmer shaped by his experiences in war, and Oliver, a larger-than-life figure deeply connected to the landscape. Etty, Oliver’s mother, serves as the emotional core of the story, observing the intersection of traditional farming practices and modern advancements that impact their lives.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of family life and historical context woven throughout the narrative. The book delves into themes of rural existence, the passage of time, and the complexities of human relationships. With its evocative language and profound inquiries, Addlands presents a multifaceted view of life on the farm, capturing both the beauty of nature and the struggles of its characters. This UK edition spans 295 pages and is written in English, offering a deep and reflective reading experience.
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Addlands is the story of two generations of the Hamer family working the Funnon Farm. There is Idris, stubborn, strong, a man of the plough and the prayer-sheet, haunted by the war. Then comes Oliver, a near mythic giant bestriding the landscape, a fighter, a man of the hills as hard as the prehistoric stone. Then there is Etty, Oliver’s mother, the centre of this close constellation, watching new technologies and old ways converge on the farm and on the life of her son. Addlands is instantly a classic of rural British fiction. It is as vast and complex as a symphony but as pure and moving as a solo voice in an empty church. As much a book about birdsong as it is about closing time brawls, Addlands’ beauty is in the clear truth of its language and the sheer humane depth of its inquiries. It is a miraculous book which unfurls at the speed of life and bathes its reader in a rare golden light.
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