The Lonely Passion of Judith Hearne by Brian Moore
The novel revolves around the life of Judith Hearne, a lonely middle-aged spinster living in 1950s Belfast who struggles with her declining social status and her increasing reliance on alcohol. As she desperately seeks companionship and purpose in life, she becomes infatuated with her boarding house's landlady's brother, only to face rejection and further isolation. The book explores themes of loneliness, faith, disillusionment, and the harsh realities of ageing.
The 1188th greatest book of all time
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This book is on the following lists:
- 16th on Top 50 Irish Novels (James Joyce Center with The Irish Times)
- 100 Novels That Shaped Our World (BBC)
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)