The Fountain Overflows by Rebecca West
The novel is a richly detailed family saga set in Edwardian England, focusing on the lives of the Aubrey family through the eyes of one of the daughters, Rose. The family, led by Piers and Clare Aubrey, is eccentric and artistic, with a father who is a charming but irresponsible journalist and a mother who is a talented but unrecognized pianist. The narrative delves into the struggles and joys of the family, particularly the musical education of the children, against a backdrop of social change and personal adversity. Themes of love, poverty, and the pursuit of art are woven throughout the story, as the family navigates the complexities of their lives and the world around them.
The 955th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1956
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 400-450
- Words
- 138,000
- Original Language
- English
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- 500 Great Books by Women (Book)
- Best Books (Fiction, Prose) : Experts Choose Their Favourites (The Book "Best Books")
- The Modern Library: The Two Hundred Best Novels in English Since 1950 (The Modern Library (Book))
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)