Items related to The Soldier's Return
Synopsis
'Unsentimental, truthful and wonderful' Beryl Bainbridge, Independent Books of the Year When Sam Richardson returns in 1946 from the 'Forgotten War' in Burma to Wigton in Cumbria, he finds the town little changed. But the war has changed him, broadening his horizons as well as leaving him with traumatic memories. In addition, his six-year-old son now barely remembers him, and his wife has gained a sense of independence from her wartime jobs. As all three strive to adjust, the bonds of loyalty and love are stretched to breaking point in this taut, and profoundly moving novel. 'An outstandingly good novel...utterly credible, utterly compelling, and very enjoyable' Allan Massie, Scotsman 'Deeply felt, beautifully realised' John Sutherland, Sunday Times 'The first Great War came alive in Faulks's Birdsong; the second Great War, and in particular the Burma campaign, comes very much alive in Melvyn Bragg's The Soldier's Return -- wholly absorbing' John Bayley, Evening Standard 'Sympathetic, touching, infinitely believable...This is a highly accomplished novel' D.J. Taylor, Literary Review
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author
Melvyn Bragg is a writer and broadcaster. His novels include The Hired Man, for which he won the Time/Life Silver Pen Award, Without a City Wall, winner of the John Llewellyn Rhys Prize, The Soldier's Return, winner of the WHSmith Literary Award, A Son of War and Crossing the Lines, both of which were longlisted for the Man Booker Prize, A Place in England, which was longlisted for the Lost Man Booker Prize, and most recently Grace and Mary. He has also written several works of non-fiction, including The Book of Books about the King James Bible. He lives in London and Cumbria.
Review
Deeply felt, beautifully realised * John Bayley, Evening Standard * The first Great War came alive in Faulks's Birdsong; the second Great War, and in particular the Burma campaign, comes very much alive in Melvyn Bragg's THE SOLDIER'S RETURN . . . wholly absorbing * John Bayley, Evening Standard * Sympathetic, touching, infinitely believable . . . a highly accomplished novel * D.J. Taylor, Literary Review * Outstandingly good . . . utterly credible, utterly compelling, and very enjoyable * Allan Massie, Scotsman * Unsentimental, truthful and wonderful * Beryl Bainbridge, Sunday Times Books of the Year *
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherSceptre
- Publication date2000
- ISBN 10 0340751010
- ISBN 13 9780340751015
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages384
- Rating
Buy New
View this item
US$ 5.46
US$ 6.72 shipping from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Destination, rates & speedsOther Popular Editions of the Same Title
Search results for The Soldier's Return
Stock Image
The Soldier's Return
Seller: Wonder Book, Frederick, MD, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Good condition. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included. Seller Inventory # T11A-02322
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Soldier's Return
Seller: Wonder Book, Frederick, MD, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. Very Good condition. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included. Seller Inventory # T11B-04655
Quantity: 1 available
Seller Image
The Soldier's Return
Seller: WeBuyBooks, Rossendale, LANCS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned. A tan to the page edges/pages . Previous owners name inside the front page/cover. Seller Inventory # wbb0020250321
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Soldier's Return
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Seller Inventory # 42341079-75
Quantity: 1 available
Seller Image
The Soldier's Return
Seller: The Glass Key, Montmorillon, France
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Later printing. 4th printing of this trade paperback edition. A clean, unmarked copy in printed wrappers. Seller Inventory # 105014
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Soldier's Return
Seller: MusicMagpie, Stockport, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. 1741274712. 3/6/2025 3:25:12 PM. Seller Inventory # U9780340751015
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Soldiers Return
Seller: Reuseabook, Gloucester, GLOS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Used; Very Good. Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. Though second-hand, the book is still in very good shape. Minimal signs of usage may include very minor creasing on the cover or on the spine. Seller Inventory # CHL1004337
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Soldiers Return
Seller: Reuseabook, Gloucester, GLOS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Used; Very Good. Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. Though second-hand, the book is still in very good shape. Minimal signs of usage may include very minor creasing on the cover or on the spine. Seller Inventory # CHL6421965
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Soldier's Return
Seller: HPB-Emerald, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_432550221
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Soldier's Return
Seller: AwesomeBooks, Wallingford, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: New. The Soldier's Return Brand new item sourced directly from publisher. Packed securely in tight packaging to ensure no damage. Shipped from warehouse on same/next day basis. Seller Inventory # 1111-9780340751015
Quantity: 1 available