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This engaging summary presents an analysis of NW by Zadie Smith, which is set in north-west London and takes its name from the area’s postcode. The experimental narrative follows four characters from working-class backgrounds whose lives continue to intersect even as they pursue very different paths, resulting in a vivid and immersive portrait of modern life in London. NW is Smith’s fourth novel; it garnered widespread popular and critical acclaim, and was nominated for the 2013 Women’s Prize for Fiction. Her other works include the novels White Teeth and Swing Time, and the essay collections Changing My Mind and Feel Free.
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This engaging summary presents an analysis of NW by Zadie Smith, which is set in north-west London and takes its name from the area’s postcode. The experimental narrative follows four characters from working-class backgrounds whose lives continue to intersect even as they pursue very different paths, resulting in a vivid and immersive portrait of modern life in London. NW is Smith’s fourth novel; it garnered widespread popular and critical acclaim, and was nominated for the 2013 Women’s Prize for Fiction. Her other works include the novels White Teeth and Swing Time, and the essay collections Changing My Mind and Feel Free.
Find out everything you need to know about NW in a fraction of the time!
This in-depth and informative reading guide brings you:
• A complete plot summary
• Character studies
• Key themes and symbols
• Questions for further reflection
Why choose BrightSummaries.com?
Available in print and digital format, our publications are designed to accompany you on your reading journey. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time.
See the very best of literature in a whole new light with BrightSummaries.com!
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