Linda Grant
Linda Grant is a British author and journalist. She was born on February 15, 1951, in Liverpool, England. Grant is known for her fiction and non-fiction works, which often explore themes of Jewish identity, family history, and the immigrant experience. She has received critical acclaim for her writing, including winning the Orange Prize for Fiction for her novel 'When I Lived in Modern Times' in 2000. Her other notable works include 'The Clothes on Their Backs', which was shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize, and 'The Dark Circle'. Grant's style is characterized by its insightful observations and rich character development.
Books
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1. When I Lived In Modern Times
Set in 1946, "When I Lived In Modern Times" follows the story of Evelyn Sert, a young Jewish woman who leaves post-war Britain to start a new life in Palestine. Embracing the promise of a fresh start in a land of her ancestors, Evelyn becomes immersed in the vibrant and tumultuous world of Tel Aviv. As she navigates the complexities of identity, love, and political unrest, Evelyn must confront her own desires and the realities of the society she finds herself in. With vivid descriptions and compelling characters, the novel explores themes of belonging, self-discovery, and the search for home in a time of great change.
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