Eva Trout by Elizabeth Bowen
"Eva Trout" is a novel about a young, wealthy woman who struggles to find her place in society and understand her own identity. She leaves England to live in France, where she adopts a deaf-mute child in an attempt to avoid loneliness. The book explores themes of isolation, communication, and the effects of wealth on personal relationships. The protagonist's eccentric and often impulsive behavior leads to a tragic climax, shedding light on the consequences of her actions and decisions.
The 1932nd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1968
- Nationality
- Irish
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 200-300
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die (The Book)
- James Tait Black Memorial Prize: Fiction (James Tait Black Memorial Prize)