Julian Barnes
7 SeriesJulian Barnes is an acclaimed English author known for his numerous award-winning books. Born in Leicester, England, he studied modern languages at Magdalen College, Oxford, graduating with honors. Before dedicating himself to writing, Barnes worked as a lexicographer for the Oxford English Dictionary supplement, and held positions as a reviewer, literary editor, and television critic.
In Julian Barnes's "The Only Story," Paul reflects on his life, which he considers his sole defining narrative. At nineteen, while at a tennis club, he meets and quickly bonds with Susan, a 48-year-old married woman. Their ensuing love affair becomes the central focus of Paul's life. The novel explores how personal narratives and life experiences are intertwined.
