Solar

Brief Overview

The novel «Solar» by Ian McEwan tells the story of Michael Beard, a Nobel Prize-winning physicist experiencing a midlife crisis. Once a successful scientist, Beard is now mired in personal and professional troubles. His fifth marriage is falling apart, his career has stalled, and he struggles with obesity. However, fate offers him a chance to turn his life around when he becomes involved in a renewable energy project. At the heart of the plot are Beard's attempts to grapple with his own flaws and ambitions, as well as his involvement in the fight against global warming. The novel explores themes of personal responsibility, scientific ethics, and ecology, blending elements of satire and drama.