by Philip Larkin · Eumo Editorial SAU · tapa blanda · ISBN 9788476021705
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"A Girl in Winter" is a novel by Philip Larkin, published in Catalan by Eumo Editorial in 1990. The story explores loneliness and human relationships through the protagonist, Katherine, who seeks to escape her isolation. Set in wartime London, the return of Robin Fennel revives memories of a past summer, confronting Katherine with the complexities of love and friendship. The novel delves into the inner experience of the characters and their attempts at connection.
Philip Arthur Larkin was an English poet, novelist, and librarian. His first book of poetry, The North Ship, was published in 1945, followed by two novels, Jill (1946) and A Girl in Winter (1947). He came to prominence in 1955 with the publication of his second collection of poems, The Less Deceived, followed by The Whitsun Weddings (1964) and High Windows (1974). He contributed to The Daily Telegraph as its jazz critic from 1961 to 1971, with his articles gathered in All What Jazz: A Record Diary 1961–71 (1985), and edited The Oxford Book of Twentieth Century English Verse (1973). His many honours include the Queen's Gold Medal for Poetry. He was offered, but declined, the position of Poet Laureate in 1984, following the death of Sir John Betjeman.
