Restoration is set during 17th-century England, the 'restoration' era of Charles II - whether this be of the arts, science or self. The main character, Robert Merivel, embodies the contradictions of his era. He is trapped between the longings for wealth and power and the realization that the pursuit of these desires can leave life rather empty. Thus he embarks upon a restoration of his self, to find meaning in his life and discovering the joys of selflessness and a useful profession...

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Personen: Tremain, Rose