Still Life: A Novel By Sarah Winman
"Still Life" by Sarah Winman is a captivating and bighearted tale intricately woven with threads of love, war, art, floods, and the spirit of E. M. Forster. Set in Tuscany in 1944, amidst the chaos of Allied troops and falling bombs, young English soldier Ulysses Temper has a fateful encounter with Evelyn Skinner, a middle-aged art historian. Their meeting becomes a beacon of connection amidst the ruins and sets off a chain of events that will shape Ulysses's life for the next four decades.
Returning home to London, Ulysses immerses himself in the eccentric community at The Stoat and Parot pub. His time in Italy becomes a profound part of him, influencing his journey through life. An unexpected inheritance brings him back to Tuscany, and Ulysses, aware of fate's whims, returns to the Tuscan hills.
"Still Life" unfolds with beautiful prose, extraordinary tenderness, and moments of humor and light. It paints a sweeping portrait of unforgettable individuals forming an unconventional family.
The novel is a celebration of beauty and love in all its forms, drawing readers into a richly textured narrative that spans decades and weaves together the intricacies of war, art, and the enduring bonds that connect people across time and place. 📚❤️