Violists by Richard McGowan

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Author McGowan, Richard, 1958-
Title Violists
Note Reading ease score: 81.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Contents Gretchen in the library -- The Hungarian lightbulb -- Christmas concert.
Credits Produced by HTML version by Al Haines
Summary "Violists" by Richard McGowan is a novel written during the early 1990s. The story revolves around characters grappling with personal identity, societal expectations, and the world of music, particularly focusing on several intersecting lives in a university library and a struggling music scene. The beginning of the novel introduces Gretchen Haviland, a twenty-nine-year-old librarian, who is reflecting on her life choices, especially her decision to remain single and prioritize her independence over traditional roles. As she navigates her workplace and own insecurities about aging, she develops an intriguing connection with a young professor, Bridwell. Their budding acquaintance progresses through a series of chance encounters in the library until they eventually share a coffee and engaging conversation. Meanwhile, the narrative shifts to Jurgen, a talented violist searching for work after the collapse of the symphony orchestra he was part of, illustrating the struggles of musicians in a competitive environment. The opening portions set the stage for exploring themes of love, ambition, and the longing for connection amid the backdrop of the arts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Short stories
Subject Love stories
Subject Fathers and daughters -- Fiction
Subject Violists -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 112
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Most Recently Updated Dec 6, 2024
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