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Casting off

Elizabeth Jane Howard

1995482 pagesabout 7–11 hours
1995
first published
  • 1995Macmillan · 482 pages · ENGISBN 9780333607572

Opening in July 1945, this novel progresses through to 1947, following Rupert's life as he struggles with normality and the difficulty of finding his position back in the family. Polly, Clary and Louise also feature in the book.

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ViolenceFrequent

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ThemesWarFamily

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  • Warmoderateunreviewed
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