Saturday Night and Sunday Morning
Saturday Night and Sunday Morning
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1992
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Nottingham, England • 1950s
1992
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Saturday Night and Sunday Morning by Alan Sillitoe follows the life of Arthur Seaton, a young worker in 1950s Nottingham. Struggling against societal norms, Arthur navigates the complexities of relationships and personal identity. The novel highlights the challenges faced by individuals in the working class during post-war Britain, focusing on themes of rebellion and self-discovery.
Gritty
Challenging
Melancholic
Nostalgic
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Saturday Night and Sunday Morning by Alan Sillitoe is praised for vividly capturing post-war working-class life with raw, authentic dialogue and a compelling anti-hero in Arthur Seaton. Critics highlight its gritty realism and social commentary. Some note its dated language and pacing as drawbacks, but its impact on the "Angry Young Men" movement remains significant.
Who Should Read Saturday Night and Sunday Morning?
Readers who relish raw, gritty narratives exploring post-war working-class life will enjoy Alan Sillitoe's Saturday Night and Sunday Morning. Similar in tone to John Osborne's Look Back in Anger and Hanif Kureishi's The Buddha of Suburbia, it captivates those intrigued by rebellious protagonists and social realism.
5,309 ratings
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Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
Nottingham, England • 1950s
1992
Adult
18+ years
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