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Literary Fiction· United Kingdom

The Sea, The Sea

by Iris Murdoch
Aggregate Editorial Score65/100
★Nobel Prize in Literature
Published 1978512 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

Published in 1978, The Sea, The Sea established Iris Murdoch as one of the defining voices in literary fiction. A retired theatre director retreats to a house on the sea to write his memoirs, only to become obsessed with his first love from decades before. Murdoch's Booker Prize-winning novel is a rich exploration of solipsism, obsession, and the stories we tell ourselves. It is widely considered her finest achievement. Themes of obsession, self-delusion, memory run through the work. The book has received recognition from Nobel Prize in Literature 1978.

Awards & Recognition

Nobel Prize in Literature
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197860
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About the Author
Iris Murdoch
United Kingdom
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Sea, The Sea about?

A retired theatre director retreats to a house on the sea to write his memoirs, only to become obsessed with his first love from decades before. Murdoch's Booker Prize-winning novel is a rich exploration of solipsism, obsession, and the stories we tell ourselves. It is widely considered her finest achievement.

Who wrote The Sea, The Sea?

The Sea, The Sea was written by Iris Murdoch, from United Kingdom. First published in 1978.

What awards has The Sea, The Sea won?

The Sea, The Sea has received the following awards and honours: Nobel Prize in Literature 1978.

Is The Sea, The Sea worth reading?

The Sea, The Sea is a well-regarded book with solid critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 60/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in obsession, self-delusion, memory.