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The Hours
240 pages, 2000
A daring, deeply affecting third novel by the author of A Home at the End of the World and Flesh and Blood. In The Hours, Michael Cunningham, widely praised as one of the most gifted writers of his generation, draws inventively on the life and work of Virginia Woolf to tell the story of a group of contemporary characters struggling with the conflicting claims of love and inheritance, hope and despair.
The narrative of Woolf's last days before her suicide early in World War II counterpoints the fictional stories of Samuel, a famous poet whose life has been shadowed by his talented and troubled mother, and his lifelong friend Clarissa, who strives to forge a balanced and rewarding life in spite of the demands of friends, lovers, and family. Passionate, profound, and deeply moving, this is Cunningham's most remarkable achievement to date.
In The Hours, Michael Cunningham shows us how even the most ordinary moments can have extraordinary significance. He invites us to explore the beauty and depth in our daily lives, reminding us that every second counts.
Cunningham's book is a testament to how literature can deeply impact our lives. The Hours is a tribute to Virginia Woolf's 'Mrs. Dalloway', and it shows how a single book can resonate across different lives and eras.
The Hours doesn't shy away from discussing mental health. It gives us a raw and honest look into the struggles of its characters, encouraging us to be more understanding and compassionate towards people dealing with mental health issues.
The book explores the multifaceted nature of womanhood through its three female protagonists. It's a great read if you want to dig into the complexities of being a woman in different times and circumstances.
Cunningham beautifully illustrates how our lives are interconnected, even across different time periods. The Hours encourages us to see the bigger picture and understand how our actions can impact others, even in ways we might not realize.
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The Hours is a book that will haunt you, it's a work of art that will stay with you long after you've turned the last page.
Stephen King - Horror Fiction AuthorThe Hours is a profound and moving piece of literature that explores the complexities of life and death.
Oprah Winfrey - TV Host, PhilanthropistThe Hours is a beautifully written, deeply moving exploration of life's fleeting moments.
J.K. Rowling - Harry Potter Author