TITLE:Stern Men

PUBLISHER:Blomsbury publishing

ISBN:9780747598244

DEC-INDEX :813.54

YEAR:2013

RESUME:"Stern Men" by Elizabeth Gilbert is a novel about the life of Ruth Thomas, a young woman who is sent to live on an island off the coast of Maine. The island is inhabited by two families of "stern men," who are lobster fishermen and who have been feuding for generations. Ruth becomes involved in the feud, and also becomes romantically involved with one of the stern men, a man named Owen. The novel explores themes of family, love, and identity, as Ruth tries to find her place in the world, while dealing with the challenges of living in a remote and isolated community. The novel is also a meditation on the beauty of the natural world and the importance of preserving it. The novel is known for its vivid descriptions of life on the island, and its memorable characters, including Ruth, Owen, and the other stern men and their families. It is also praised for its beautiful prose and its exploration of complex themes in a way that is both entertaining and thought-provoking. Overall, "Stern Men" is a powerful and engaging novel that showcases Gilbert's skill as a writer and her ability to create memorable characters and vivid settings.

N_PAGES:289

ILLUSTRATION:non

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