Julian Barnes

Summaries of books by Julian Barnes.

Departure(s)

Julian Barnes · 2026

Barnes mixes memoir and invention as old writer Julian revisits Stephen and Jean, lost love, a loyal dog, and last goodbyes.

2,133-word summary · 9 min read

The Sense of an Ending

Julian Barnes · 2011

Retired Tony Webster inherits money and a diary from an old girlfriend's mother, forcing him to rethink his youth, a cruel letter, and a friend's death.

2,451-word summary · 11 min read