Description
A first edition, first printing of On Chesil Beach by Ian McEwan, published by Jonathan Cape in 2007. A fine book, signed by the author in black ink on the title page, with stained brown text block, the front board and rear panel in general good condition, with associated slipcase.
On Chesil Beach by Ian McEwan is a poignant novella that explores the complexities of intimacy and communication. Set in the early 1960s, it follows newlyweds Florence and Edward as they navigate their wedding night on the Dorset coast. Their inability to connect emotionally and physically leads to a series of misunderstandings with lasting consequences. McEwan’s masterful prose delves into the intricacies of relationships and societal expectations, culminating in a heartbreaking exploration of love and loss.