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All that is
Book • 2012
James Salter's "All That Is" is a sprawling novel that delves into the lives of several characters across different time periods.
The narrative explores themes of love, loss, and the passage of time, weaving together interconnected stories.
Salter's evocative prose captures the beauty and complexities of human relationships, creating a rich tapestry of emotions.
The novel is a testament to Salter's mastery of language and his ability to portray the nuances of human experience.
It is a poignant reflection on life's journey and the enduring power of memory.
The narrative explores themes of love, loss, and the passage of time, weaving together interconnected stories.
Salter's evocative prose captures the beauty and complexities of human relationships, creating a rich tapestry of emotions.
The novel is a testament to Salter's mastery of language and his ability to portray the nuances of human experience.
It is a poignant reflection on life's journey and the enduring power of memory.
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, who enjoyed it but didn't like it as much as the author's previous work.


Philip Hensher

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The Book Club: Books of the Year 2025
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, who says he enjoyed it but not as much as the author's previous book.


Philip Hensher

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as a more recent book written in a richer prose.


David Szalay

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, consisting of nine separate stories about men of progressively older age.

David Solloy

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as a gorgeous progression.

Emma Wilkes

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as a book he wrote.


John Hodgman

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as an author who published a book called "All That Is" at age 88.


Irwin Levy

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was previously shortlisted for in 2016.


David Szalay

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as a series of interlocking stories about different European men, which he found more interesting than 'Flesh'.

Phil Chaffee

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as a previous book that relates to his novel Flesh.

David Solloy

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