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Literary Fiction· Australia

The Idea of Perfection

by Kate Grenville
Aggregate Editorial Score77/100
★Women's Prize for Fiction
Published 2001401 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

Published in 2001, The Idea of Perfection established Kate Grenville as one of the defining voices in literary fiction. Two outsiders—a heritage officer determined to save an old bridge and an engineer hired to demolish it—fall into an improbable love affair in a small Australian country town. Grenville's Orange Prize-winning novel is warm, funny, and beautifully observed. Themes of love, place, heritage run through the work. The book has received recognition from Women's Prize for Fiction 2001.

Awards & Recognition

Women's Prize for Fiction
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About the Author
Kate Grenville
Australia
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Idea of Perfection about?

Two outsiders—a heritage officer determined to save an old bridge and an engineer hired to demolish it—fall into an improbable love affair in a small Australian country town. Grenville's Orange Prize-winning novel is warm, funny, and beautifully observed.

Who wrote The Idea of Perfection?

The Idea of Perfection was written by Kate Grenville, from Australia. First published in 2001.

What awards has The Idea of Perfection won?

The Idea of Perfection has received the following awards and honours: Women's Prize for Fiction 2001.

Is The Idea of Perfection worth reading?

The Idea of Perfection is a widely acclaimed work with strong critical consensus, with an aggregate editorial score of 75/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in love, place, heritage.