Elizabeth Bowen

Start here: The Death of the Heart (1938)

The Death of the Heart is perhaps Elizabeth Bowen's best-known book. As she deftly and delicately exposes the cruelty that lurks behind the polished surfaces of conventional society, Bowen reveals herself as a masterful novelist who combines a sense of humor with a devastating gift for divining human motivations.

Common questions about Elizabeth Bowen

Who is Elizabeth Bowen?

Elizabeth Dorothea Cole Bowen was an Anglo-Irish novelist and short story writer.

What is Elizabeth Bowen best known for?

Elizabeth Bowen is best known for The Death of the Heart, published in 1938 with 8 ratings and a 3.6 average. It is the most-rated of Elizabeth Bowen's books on SansFiction.

How many books has Elizabeth Bowen written?

SansFiction lists 5 books by Elizabeth Bowen, published between 1929 and 1968. The most popular are The Death of the Heart, The Last September, Heat of the Day, The House in Paris and Eva Trout.

Which Elizabeth Bowen book should I read first?

The Death of the Heart is the usual place to start: it is Elizabeth Bowen's most-rated book here, with a 3.6 average.

What genres does Elizabeth Bowen write?

Elizabeth Bowen's books on SansFiction are tagged Biography, Classics, Fiction and History.