Passing On

Passing On by Penelope Lively is a novel published by HarperCollins on March 19, 1991. This edition contains 224 pages and is presented in English. The story begins with the death of a challenging mother and explores the lives of her middle-aged children as they confront their past and begin to understand what has been lost in their lives.
Readers will find a narrative that delves into themes of loss and recovery, as the characters navigate their emotional landscapes and seek to reclaim what is meaningful. The book offers a thoughtful examination of familial relationships and personal growth, inviting reflection on the complexities of life and the potential for renewal.
Official synopsis Publisher
A brilliant new novel from Booker Prize-winning author Penelope Lively, Passing On opens with the death of a difficult mother and follows the lives of her middle-aged children as they slowly learn to face what has been lost in their own lives and embrace what can yet be retrieved.
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