Gillespie and I
Gillespie and I by Jane Harris, published by Faber & Faber in 2012, is a historical fiction novel that spans 608 pages. The story is narrated by elderly Harriet Baxter, who reflects on her past acquaintance with the artist Ned Gillespie, whom she believes deserved greater recognition. Set against the backdrop of the 1888 International Exhibition in Glasgow, the narrative unfolds as Harriet becomes entwined with the Gillespie family, leading to a series of events that culminate in tragedy and a criminal trial.
Readers will find a rich exploration of themes such as art, mystery, and deception as Harriet recounts her experiences and the complexities of her relationships. The novel delves into the intricacies of personal connections and the impact of societal expectations, all while maintaining an air of intrigue. This edition, presented in English, invites readers to immerse themselves in a world where the lines between truth and perception blur, revealing the darker undercurrents of human nature.
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As she sits in her Bloomsbury home, with her two birds for company, elderly Harriet Baxter sets out to relate the story of her acquaintance, nearly four decades previously, with Ned Gillespie, a talented artist who never achieved the fame she maintains he deserved.
Back in 1888, the young, art-loving Harriet arrives in Glasgow at the time of the International Exhibition. After a chance encounter she befriends the Gillespie family and soon becomes a fixture in all of their lives. But when tragedy strikes – leading to a notorious criminal trial – the promise and certainties of this world all too rapidly disintegrate into mystery and deception…
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