Summary & Analysis - The Remains Of The Day: Based On The Book By Kazuo Ishiguro

SUMMARY & ANALYSIS

THE REMAINS OF THE DAY

BASED ON THE BOOK BY KAZUO ISHIGURO

SUMMARY WRITTEN BY: GOLDEN BOOKS PUBLISHING

CONTENT

The Genesis of a Journey

Reflections on Duty and the Staff Plan

The First Day – Salisbury and Memories

The Ideal of a Great Butler

Miss Kenton's Letter and Past Tensions

The Conference at Darlington Hall

The Conference and its Aftermath

A Shift in Perspective and Troubles on the Road

The Past Revisited

General Analysis

ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK

"The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro tells the story of Stevens, an aging butler, as he embarks on a road trip in 1956. The journey becomes a backdrop for his memories, particularly his past service to Lord Darlington and his relationship with the housekeeper, Miss Kenton. The book explores themes of dignity, duty, and the nature of greatness through Stevens’s reflections. He grapples with the meaning of his life, questioning if his rigid adherence to his professional ideals came at the cost of personal fulfillment. The narrative unfolds as a witty and poignant meditation on the responsibilities of an ordinary man, set against the backdrop of historical events.

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Release date

Audiobook: January 30, 2025