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Ian McEwan

Ian McEwan

Ian Russell McEwan is a British novelist and screenwriter. In 2008, The Times featured him at number 35 on its list of "the 50 greatest British writers since 1945", and The Daily Telegraph ranked him number 19 out of "the 100 most powerful people in British culture".

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Standalone Works

19 Books
First Love, Last Rites
1975

First Love, Last Rites

Immerse yourself in Ian McEwan's novel, "First Love, Last Rites," a collection of narratives that explores the complexities of human relationships. You will encounter stories that delve into intimate moments and their consequences. This 1975 work offers a distinctive perspective on personal experiences.

1975
The Cement Garden
1978

The Cement Garden

You are invited into a novel by Ian McEwan, published in 1978. This story explores a unique family dynamic within a contained environment. The narrative unfolds as you witness the children's responses to an unusual set of circumstances.

1978
In Between the Sheets
1978

In Between the Sheets

Discover a novel by Ian McEwan published in 1978. Titled 'In Between the Sheets', this work immerses you in a series of tales exploring the complexities of human relationships. Prepare for an intimate look into the hidden aspects of life and desire.

1978
The Comfort of Strangers
1981

The Comfort of Strangers

You will encounter "The Comfort of Strangers," a novel penned by Ian McEwan. Immerse yourself in the world this author has created for you. As you turn the pages, you'll uncover the unfolding narrative.

1981
The Child in Time
1987

The Child in Time

Ian McEwan's "The Child in Time" invites you into a profound exploration of loss and the nature of time. You will follow a successful children's author grappling with the disappearance of his young daughter. The narrative delves into the complexities of memory and the way grief reshapes perception. This novel is a reflective journey through the emotional landscape of human experience.

1987
The Daydreamer
1995

The Daydreamer

You will enter the imaginative world of a daydreamer in this novel by Ian McEwan. Explore the inner life of a character whose thoughts often wander beyond the everyday. This book invites you to experience the blend of reality and fantasy through a unique perspective.

1995
Enduring Love
1997

Enduring Love

You encounter a standalone novel from a distinguished author. This story delves into the complexities of human relationships and psychological states. Discover how an unexpected event profoundly impacts the lives of its characters.

1997
Atonement
2001

Atonement

You can discover 'Atonement,' a novel by Ian McEwan. This significant work, released in 2001, offers you an opportunity to engage with McEwan's acclaimed storytelling. Delve into a narrative from a celebrated literary voice.

2001
Saturday
2005

Saturday

Spend a day in the life depicted in Ian McEwan's novel, 'Saturday'. This 2005 work offers an intimate portrayal of a single day's events. You will observe the intricacies of ordinary existence and unexpected turns.

2005
On Chesil Beach
2007

On Chesil Beach

You encounter a novel by Ian McEwan, released in 2007. This story explores a pivotal moment in the lives of its characters. Prepare to consider the intricate dynamics of human relationships within its pages.

2007
Solar
2010

Solar

You are presented with 'Solar,' a novel by Ian McEwan from 2010. This work invites you to delve into its pages and experience its unique narrative. It offers you a distinct literary journey.

2010
Sweet Tooth
2012

Sweet Tooth

You meet Serena Frome, a young woman recruited by MI5 in 1970s Britain. Tasked with funding a promising young writer as part of a covert cultural program, you follow her journey into the world of espionage. Her mission becomes complicated as her professional and personal lives intertwine.

2012
The Children Act
2014

The Children Act

Ian McEwan explores complex moral and ethical dilemmas in *The Children Act*. You follow a high court judge as she navigates a case with profound personal and legal implications. Prepare to grapple with difficult decisions and the boundaries of belief.

2014
My Purple Scented Novel
2016

My Purple Scented Novel

“My Purple Scented Novel” is a novel by Ian McEwan, published in 2016. You will explore a narrative from this prolific author. This book invites you to immerse yourself in one of his recent creations. Discover the story that unfolds within its pages.

2016
The Cockroach
2019

The Cockroach

In Ian McEwan's 2019 novel, "The Cockroach," you are presented with a satirical narrative that subverts expectations. You will witness a transformation that leads to a darkly humorous exploration of power and politics. This work invites you to consider societal absurdities through an unusual lens.

2019
Machines Like Me
2019

Machines Like Me

Ian McEwan's 2019 novel, "Machines Like Me," immerses you in a story that explores the nature of artificial intelligence and humanity. You will encounter a narrative where the boundaries between human and machine are questioned. This work invites you to consider the implications of advanced technology on society and individual lives.

2019
Lessons
2022

Lessons

Lessons is a novel by Ian McEwan published in 2022. Roland Baines looks back on his life from childhood to old age, from the postwar period to the COVID-19 pandemic. A novel spanning seventy years of European history through the life of an ordinary man marked by an abusive relationship in his youth.

2022