HW111
The End of the Affair
My intention at the beginning of 2023 was to do a series of images of books, because I love books and reading. Alas, life has gotten in the way.
I picked up a copy of this classic novel by Graham Greene at a used bookstore two winters ago, and it inspired me to try this photo.
Thank you to those of you that sent positive messages/vibes to me. <3 I’ve missed your work, and I will try (as time allows) to catch up in the weeks and months to follow as best as I can.
Kindest regards, H x
About the novel: The End of the Affair takes place during World War II, and is about a passionate affair between a writer and a married woman. It mainly explores the tragic damage that jealousy and misunderstandings can have on a love relationship. Some of the language that Greene used is dated at this point, and the lead, female character is not as strong as I would hope. However, the love scenes are understated and beautifully written. A book that leaves more to the imagination than contemporary novels would do. There is a spiritual element woven throughout the novel that is slightly reminiscent of Tolstoy’s masterpiece Anna Karenina. All in all, I enjoyed reading this classic, and I would recommend reading it on a snowy (or rainy) weekend.
The End of the Affair
My intention at the beginning of 2023 was to do a series of images of books, because I love books and reading. Alas, life has gotten in the way.
I picked up a copy of this classic novel by Graham Greene at a used bookstore two winters ago, and it inspired me to try this photo.
Thank you to those of you that sent positive messages/vibes to me. <3 I’ve missed your work, and I will try (as time allows) to catch up in the weeks and months to follow as best as I can.
Kindest regards, H x
About the novel: The End of the Affair takes place during World War II, and is about a passionate affair between a writer and a married woman. It mainly explores the tragic damage that jealousy and misunderstandings can have on a love relationship. Some of the language that Greene used is dated at this point, and the lead, female character is not as strong as I would hope. However, the love scenes are understated and beautifully written. A book that leaves more to the imagination than contemporary novels would do. There is a spiritual element woven throughout the novel that is slightly reminiscent of Tolstoy’s masterpiece Anna Karenina. All in all, I enjoyed reading this classic, and I would recommend reading it on a snowy (or rainy) weekend.