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Literary Fiction· United Kingdom

Granny Was a Buffer Girl

by Berlie Doherty
Aggregate Editorial Score48/100
★Carnegie Medal
Published 1986English
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About This Book

Berlie Doherty's Granny Was a Buffer Girl (1986) stands as one of the most significant works of literary fiction of its era. Three generations of a Sheffield family gather before a young woman leaves for France, telling their stories—of war, of work, of love. Doherty's Carnegie Medal winner is written with a lyrical simplicity that belies its emotional depth. Themes of family, Sheffield, generations run through the work. The book has received recognition from Carnegie Medal 1986.

Book Details

AuthorBerlie Doherty
Published1986
Country of Origin🇬🇧 United Kingdom
LanguageEnglish
Category📖 Literary Fiction
ISBN9780749714994
Editorial Score48/100
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📖 Literary Fiction

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

Carnegie Medal
winner · national
198648
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About the Author
Berlie Doherty
United Kingdom
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Granny Was a Buffer Girl about?

Three generations of a Sheffield family gather before a young woman leaves for France, telling their stories—of war, of work, of love. Doherty's Carnegie Medal winner is written with a lyrical simplicity that belies its emotional depth.

Who wrote Granny Was a Buffer Girl?

Granny Was a Buffer Girl was written by Berlie Doherty, from United Kingdom. First published in 1986.

What awards has Granny Was a Buffer Girl won?

Granny Was a Buffer Girl has received the following awards and honours: Carnegie Medal 1986.

Is Granny Was a Buffer Girl worth reading?

Granny Was a Buffer Girl is a notable work that has earned critical attention, with an aggregate editorial score of 48/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in family, Sheffield, generations.

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What category is Granny Was a Buffer Girl?

Granny Was a Buffer Girl is classified as Literary Fiction. Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

What country is Granny Was a Buffer Girl from?

Granny Was a Buffer Girl originates from United Kingdom's literary tradition. Explore more books from United Kingdom on our country page.

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