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Literary Fiction· United Kingdom

Atonement

by Ian McEwan
Aggregate Editorial Score38/100
ALA Notable Books
Published 2001384 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

Ian McEwan's Atonement (2001) stands as one of the most significant works of literary fiction of its era. Thirteen-year-old Briony Tallis makes a false accusation that ruins her older sister Cecilia's life and love affair with Robbie Turner. McEwan's masterpiece is simultaneously a war novel, a love story, and a meta-fictional meditation on the power and guilt of the storyteller. Themes of guilt, atonement, World War II run through the work. The book has received recognition from ALA Notable Books 2001.

Book Details

AuthorIan McEwan
Published2001
Country of Origin🇬🇧 United Kingdom
LanguageEnglish
Pages384
Category📖 Literary Fiction
ISBN9780385721790
Editorial Score38/100
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Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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Country of Origin

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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Awards & Recognition

ALA Notable Books
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200113
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About the Author
Ian McEwan
United Kingdom
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Atonement about?

Thirteen-year-old Briony Tallis makes a false accusation that ruins her older sister Cecilia's life and love affair with Robbie Turner. McEwan's masterpiece is simultaneously a war novel, a love story, and a meta-fictional meditation on the power and guilt of the storyteller.

Who wrote Atonement?

Atonement was written by Ian McEwan, from United Kingdom. First published in 2001.

What awards has Atonement won?

Atonement has received the following awards and honours: ALA Notable Books 2001.

Is Atonement worth reading?

Atonement is a book that has earned critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 13/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in guilt, atonement, World War II.

Where can I buy Atonement?

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What category is Atonement?

Atonement is classified as Literary Fiction. Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

What country is Atonement from?

Atonement originates from United Kingdom's literary tradition. Explore more books from United Kingdom on our country page.

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