Amsterdam: A Novel
Amsterdam: A Novel by Ian McEwan, published by Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group on November 2, 1999, is a contemporary narrative that intertwines themes of morality and friendship. The story begins with two old friends, Clive Linley and Vernon Halliday, who gather outside a London crematorium to honor their shared lover, Molly Lane. As they navigate their lives following her death, they find themselves entangled in a pact that leads to unforeseen consequences, exploring the complexities of ambition and ethical dilemmas.
Readers will encounter a sharp and darkly humorous tale that delves into the lives of its characters against the backdrop of London and Amsterdam. The novel touches on political intrigue and personal relationships, reflecting on the characters’ past connections and their current standings in society. With a page count of 208, this edition presents McEwan’s distinctive narrative style, offering insights into the intertwining of personal and political realms.
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BOOKER PRIZE WINNER • NATIONAL BESTSELLER • A sharp contemporary morality tale, cleverly disguised as a comic novel, Amsterdam is “a dark tour de force, perfectly fashioned” (The New York Times) from the bestselling author of Atonement.
On a chilly February day, two old friends meet in the throng outside a London crematorium to pay their last respects to Molly Lane. Both Clive Linley and Vernon Halliday had been Molly’s lovers in the days before they reached their current eminence: Clive is Britain’s most successful modern composer, and Vernon is a newspaper editor. Gorgeous, feisty Molly had other lovers, too, notably Julian Garmony, Foreign Secretary, a notorious right-winger tipped to be the next prime minister. In the days that follow Molly’s funeral, Clive and Vernon will make a pact with consequences that neither could have foreseen…
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