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Literary Fiction· Poland

The shutter of snow

by Emily Holmes Coleman
Aggregate Editorial Score35/100
Publishers Weekly
Published 1930English
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About This Book

When Emily Holmes Coleman published The shutter of snow in 1930, it quickly found its place in the broader tradition of literary fiction. The shutter of snow (1930) establishes Emily Holmes Coleman as a significant voice in literary fiction, weaving together themes of identity, memory, and transformation.

Book Details

AuthorEmily Holmes Coleman
Published1930
Country of Origin🇵🇱 Poland
LanguageEnglish
Category📖 Literary Fiction
ISBN9781564781475
Editorial Score35/100
About the Category

📖 Literary Fiction

Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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Country of Origin

🇵🇱 Poland

This book is part of Poland's rich literary tradition.

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Editorial Assessment

Emily Holmes Coleman published The shutter of snow in 1930, and it has since become one of the more widely recognised works of literary fiction from Poland. The book's treatment of the human condition accounts for much of its enduring reputation. With an editorial score of 35/100 drawn from 1 independent sources, the book occupies a well-documented position in the critical literature. Its recognition spans international prizes, "best of" lists, and academic surveys. What distinguishes The shutter of snow is how it handles its central concerns — the human condition — without reducing them to neat conclusions. The book invites close reading and holds up well to it. The shutter of snow reflects Emily Holmes Coleman's place in a wider literary tradition. The book's concerns resonate with Poland's broader cultural preoccupations, even as they reach beyond any single national context.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.

Awards & Recognition

Publishers Weekly
notable · national
193035
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About the Author
Emily Holmes Coleman
Poland
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Emily Holmes Coleman is a Poland author whose work in literary fiction has earned recognition from readers and critics alike.

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The shutter of snow by Emily Holmes Coleman is a celebrated work of literary fiction published in 1930. It is widely regarded as an important contribution to its genre, exploring themes that resonate with readers across generations.

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The shutter of snow was written by Emily Holmes Coleman, first published in 1930. Emily Holmes Coleman is recognized as a significant author in the field of literary fiction.

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