The Sweet Remnants of Summer
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The Sweet Remnants of Summer
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The Sweet Remnants of Summer
The latest installation in the beloved Isabel Dalhousie series
The Sweet Remnants of Summer is the latest instalment in the beloved Isabel Dalhousie series.
'Cosy and effortlessly charming' Herald
'Delightful' Sunday Telegraph
'Humorous and thought-provoking' Undiscovered Scotland
Isabel Dalhousie joins the advisory committee of the Scottish National Portrait Gallery, but soon finds herself swept up in a delicate dispute between members of a prominent family. David's support for Scottish nationalism puts him at odds with his sister Catriona and her socialist views, threatening family harmony. Always one for courteous resolutions to philosophical disagreements, Isabel can't help but intercede when she is asked to by their mother, Laura, a fellow committee member.
Meanwhile, Jamie, having criticised Isabel for getting involved in the affairs of others, does precisely that himself when he suspects the conductor of his ensemble may have selected a new cellist based on something other than musical skills.
With so many factors complicating matters, Isabel and Jamie will have to muster all their tact and charm to ensure that harmony is reached between all these fractious parties.
Series: Isabel Dalhousie Novels
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The Sweet Remnants of Summer by Alexander McCall Smith is praised for its gentle humour, thought-provoking exploration of morality, and charming storytelling. Reviewers highlight the novelβs graceful reflection on a modern philosopher grappling with ethical questions, balancing its reflective nature with a touch of humour and charm. The elegant and restrained narrative has been noted for inviting readers to ponder a moral life without being preachy.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780349145204
Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 11 May 2023
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Abacus
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 26.0mm
Width: 126.0mm
Height: 196.0mm
Weight: 200g
Pages: 240
About the Author
Alexander McCall Smith is the author of over one hundred books on a wide array of subjects, including the award-winning The No.1 Ladies' Detective Agency series. He is also the author of the Isabel Dalhousie novels and the world's longest-running serial novel, 44 Scotland Street. His books have been translated into forty-six languages. Alexander McCall Smith is Professor Emeritus of Medical Law at the University of Edinburgh and holds honorary doctorates from thirteen universities. He was knighted by the King in 2024.
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