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- The Cement Garden received positive reviews from critics. A reviewer for Kirkus Reviews argued that although one important event in the novel seemed staged for effect, the grim book "is somehow suffused with light and warmth. Having worked such wonders with such intrinsically stunted material, McEwan calls attention to his undeniable talent.
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Jan 1, 1978 · Ian McEwan. 3.54. 32,877 ratings2,568 reviews. In this tour de force of psychological unease - now a major motion picture starring Charlotte Gainsbourg and Sinead Cusack - McEwan excavates the ruins of childhood and uncovers things that most adults have spent a lifetime forgetting or denying.
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Sep 18, 2024 · In this article, I will delve into the world of The Cement Garden, examining its plot, characters, and impact on literature. Get ready to join me on a journey through the twisted mind of Ian McEwan and his unforgettable masterpiece.
Aug 31, 2024 · To avoid being taken into care, the four children – suddenly orphaned – bury their mother in cement in the basement, after which they attempt to continue a normal life, with the eldest, brisk,...
The Cement Garden is a 1978 novel by Ian McEwan. It was adapted into a 1993 film of the same name by Andrew Birkin, starring Charlotte Gainsbourg and Andrew Robertson. [2] The Cement Garden has had a positive reception since its original publication.
- Ian Russell McEwan
- 1978
- A Council Blockade
- A Lurid Style
- Closing Thoughts
Given that the book was initially published in 1978, I can understand the controversy surrounding it. Initial reviews were positive, and the book was considered a success, and in recent years the book has gained a much more prominent reputation. This has helped to cement it (sorry!) as a cult hit. I believe this comes from its brave portrayal of po...
Despite the lurid content and the gruesome context of The Cement Garden, there lies a well-assorted quality. The writing is clear and crisp, with sentences feeling short and abundant. This adds an almost surreal, talkative effect to the book; much like Jack’s frantic personality. It also serves to increase the tension as the family begins to fall a...
The Cement Garden is an excellent if at times, difficult book to read. The writing is crisp and clear, often presenting a frenetic quality that increases tension as the plot unfolds. The characters are as repellent as the narrative of deceit and hinge on the line of repugnant. However, it is still a book of excellent quality, especially portraying ...
The Cement Garden: Ian McEwan. Paperback – 5 Jun. 1997. In the arid summer heat, four children – Jack, Julie, Sue and Tom – find themselves abruptly orphaned. All the routines of childhood are cast aside as the children adapt to a now parentless world.
- Ian McEwan
Feb 8, 2011 · McEwan's first novel, The Cement Garden (1978), is the story of four orphaned children living alone after the death of both parents. To avoid being taken into custody, they bury their mother in...
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