And When Did You Last See Your Father?

Blake Morrison's memoir And When Did You Last See Your Father? is a candid and moving reflection on his relationship with his father, Arthur, who has cancer. The book explores their relationship in Yorkshire and the years since he left home, showing Arthur's humorous and caring qualities as well as his outlandish and recalcitrant behavior. It is a classic of the confessional memoir genre, exploring father-son relationships, masculinity, selfhood, and pride.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 06 October 2022
Publisher: Granta Books

Adapted into a major motion picture, starring Jim Broadbent, "And When Did You Last See Your Father?" is a poignant, funny, frightening, moving, and marvelous book that everyone should read. The memoir by Blake Morrison delves into his relationship with his father, Arthur, as he faces the devastating diagnosis of cancer. Through his reflections, Blake explores the gradual erosion of the man he once knew, capturing the complexities of their relationship in Yorkshire and the years after Arthur's departure.

Blake's account is raw and honest, refusing to succumb to an unwavering celebration of his father. He portrays Arthur as outlandish and recalcitrant, while also showcasing his humorous and caring qualities. The result is a rich and nuanced portrait of their relationship, revealing the accommodations and resentments that lie within familial love.

"And When Did You Last See Your Father?" is a classic of the confessional memoir genre, offering a raw and shimmering interrogation of father-son relationships, masculinity, selfhood, and pride. This luminous tribute to a beloved dad made me laugh until I cried and cry until my nostrils were raw. It is a masterpiece, one that you treasure forever, as it touches your heart and leaves a lasting impact.

Weight: 250g
Dimension: 198 x 132 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781783787654