Who wrote The Remains of the Day?

Kazuo Ishiguro wrote The Remains of the Day, first published in 1989. It is a work of literary fiction and is rated 'Essential Read' in our catalogue.

Is there a book club guide for The Remains of the Day?

Yes — Book Verdict has a free reading guide for The Remains of the Day with key themes and five original discussion questions at https://247bookverdict.com/reading-guides/kazuo-ishiguro-the-remains-of-the-day/.

Essential Read

The Remains of the Day

Name: The Remains of the Day
Author: Kazuo Ishiguro

by Kazuo Ishiguro · 1989

Literary Fiction · ranked #3 in category

Reviewed by the Book Verdict editorial team

An English butler looks back on a life of duty and the love he never let himself feel; restrained and quietly shattering.

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The verdict

Category: Literary Fiction
First published: 1989 · 1980s
Author: Kazuo Ishiguro
Standing: Essential Read

About Literary Fiction

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