A story taking place on a single day, the Day of the Dead in 1938, explores the life of alcoholic British consul Geoffrey Firmin and his wife Yvonne's attempt to save their failed marriage, despite the presence of the consul's half-brother, Hugh, and childhood friend, Jacques.—Baker & Taylor
"Incredible story of a man at the end of his rope. Lowry's description of wandering around a strange city on a hot afternoon while hopelessly intoxicated is harrowing and visceral."—Submitted by Bill W., Communications & Marketing