Memento Mori
Memento Mori
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2000
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
London, England • 1950s
2000
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Memento Mori by Muriel Spark explores the lives of elderly individuals in London, who are unsettled by mysterious phone calls reminding them, "Remember you must die." The message prompts reflection on mortality, revealing complex personal histories and relationships. Through this lens, Spark examines themes of aging, memory, and human vulnerability.
Dark
Mysterious
Melancholic
Humorous
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Memento Mori by Muriel Spark is widely praised for its witty and dark exploration of aging and mortality. Critics appreciate Spark's sharp humor and unique narrative style. Some readers find the novel's tone unsettling or its characters unsympathetic, but its clever plot and thought-provoking themes provide a compelling read overall.
Who Should Read Memento Mori?
Readers who relish dark humor and sharp wit will enjoy Muriel Spark's Memento Mori. Comparable to Evelyn Waugh's The Loved One, it suits those intrigued by life's existential questions, particularly readers who appreciate clever storytelling with themes of aging and mortality.
7,139 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
London, England • 1950s
2000
Adult
18+ years
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