Rough Strife

A Novel

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Pub Date Nov 20 2012 | Archive Date Jan 20 2013

Description

The arithmetic of marriage is never easy to understand—as time passes, the variables constantly change.

Caroline is set adrift in 1950s Rome when she meets Ivan. Though things start slowly, Ivan wins her over after a strong pursuit, and the two marry, agreeing never to inflict any “irreparable wounds.” But though Ivan proves to be a fine father, he is a distant husband, and Caroline finds herself daydreaming of other men. So as the years pass, the couple finds ways to bend but not break their cardinal rule.

Rough Strife, the first novel from Lynne Sharon Schwartz, was nominated for the National Book Foundation Award. In this sensational debut, Schwartz depicts a marriage that grows painfully into the modern era, despite the changes—both political and personal—that challenge it.
The arithmetic of marriage is never easy to understand—as time passes, the variables constantly change.

Caroline is set adrift in 1950s Rome when she meets Ivan. Though things start slowly, Ivan wins...

A Note From the Publisher

Lynne Sharon Schwartz (b. 1939) is a celebrated author of novels, poems, short fiction, and criticism. Schwartz began her career with a series of short stories before publishing her first novel, the National Book Award–nominated Rough Strife (1980). She went on to publish works of memoir, poetry, and translation. Her other novels have included the award-nominated Leaving Brooklyn (1989) and Disturbances in the Field (1983). Her short fiction has appeared in theBest American Short Stories annual anthology series several times. In addition, her reviews and criticism have appeared in numerous magazines and newspapers. Schwartz lives in New York City, and is currently a faculty member of the Bennington Writing Seminars.

Lynne Sharon Schwartz (b. 1939) is a celebrated author of novels, poems, short fiction, and criticism. Schwartz began her career with a series of short stories before publishing her first novel, the...


Advance Praise

“A very fine first novel.” —Kirkus Reviews

“[Schwartz’s] insights are at once sympathetic and drenched with irony.” —The New York Times

“A very fine first novel.” —Kirkus Reviews

“[Schwartz’s] insights are at once sympathetic and drenched with irony.” —The New York Times


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