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Growing up in London in the aftermath of the Second World War, Ruth is a thoughtful child who finds herself in a confusing adult world. She seeks refuge in her memories of her idyllic stays with her grandparents in the picturesque countryside, which provide comforting visions of a simpler life. As she comes to terms with her surroundings and her adolescence, Ruth finds the motivation to pursue the dream which has governed her childhood, discovering family secrets along the way.
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"Silent Music is a timeless portrait of post-war Britain, as well as a lyrical paean to hope and aspiration. Dr Jane Hawking, who was Stephen Hawking's wife for over twenty years, is a writer and lecturer. Her memoir, Travelling to Infinity became the Oscar-winning movie, The Theory of Everything."
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