> [!custom-soil-type]- Note Details > - Growth stage: [[soil ✨]] > - Type: > - Tags: > - Author: > - Status: > ## Book Cover  ## Book Summary The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter is a novel by the American writer Carson McCullers, first published in 1940. The novel is set in a small Southern town and follows the lives of several characters who are searching for connection and meaning in their lives. The novel is known for its sensitive and sympathetic portrayal of marginalized and isolated individuals, and its exploration of themes such as loneliness, identity, and the human search for belonging. It has been translated into many languages and continues to be read and studied around the world. ## Related Links - https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/37380.The_Heart_Is_a_Lonely_Hunter ## Reading Notes -