I had some trouble getting into the story. I had a bit of trouble with the book at first, my copy is tattered and was awkward to hold. As I read the book, I remembered more and more. I remember liking the book but didn't remember a whole lot of it before I started reading. I read it for the first time for my English oral exam, in my sixth and last year of secondary school. What did you think of the book, in general? Please, don't think all questions must be answered in full.Īny, all, parts, whatever you feel comfortable with is great! How has the definition of sanity changed in the aftermath of the nuclear war?ĭiscuss the role and imagery of nature in the novel. What is the significance of work in the characters' lives? Why do you think Shute chose the title On the Beach? What is the significance of this phrase? How does Shute's writing style affect the mood of the novel?ĭo you think the events of the novel are believable? Do you think the behavior of the characters in the novel is believable? Why or why not? What did you think of the book, in general?Īnd now we have the basic questions provided by BCF.ġ- Who was your favourite character? Were there any characters whom you disliked?Ģ- Was there a particular part you enjoyed more than the rest?ģ- Did you like the writing? What did you think of the way the story was told?Ĥ- Was this the first book you've read by this author, has it encouraged you to read more?ĥ- Were there any parts/ideas you struggled with?Ħ- Overall, was reading the book an enjoyable experience? Both terrifying and intensely moving, On the Beach is a remarkably convincing portrait of how ordinary people might face the most unimaginable nightmare. Then a faint Morse code signal is picked up, transmitting from somewhere near Seattle, and Captain Towers must lead his submarine crew on a bleak tour of the ruined world in a desperate search for signs of life. Among them is an American submarine captain struggling to resist the knowledge that his wife and children in the United States must be dead. Nevil Shute’s most powerful novel-a bestseller for decades after its 1957 publication-is an unforgettable vision of a post-apocalyptic world.Īfter a nuclear World War III has destroyed most of the globe, the few remaining survivors in southern Australia await the radioactive cloud that is heading their way and bringing certain death to everyone in its path.

It is assumed that you have read the book before reading posts in this thread, as the discussion might give away crucial points, and the continuous use of spoiler tags might hinder fluent reading of posts WELCOME, ONE AND ALL, TO THE APRIL 2014 READING CIRCLE

Shute nevil on the beach