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Discover the haunting beauty of 'Atlantic Black,' a powerful novel by A.S. Patri? that eloquently captures the pivotal moments leading up to the Second World War. Set aboard the RMS Aquitania, this exquisite tale follows Katerina Klova, a seventeen-year-old girl navigating her personal and familial challenges on a voyage across the Atlantic. As her mother, Anne, succumbs to a psychotic breakdown, Katerina must face a world of strangers filled with complex ambitions and the burden of her family's legacy. At once thrilling and terrifying, 'Atlantic Black' delves into themes of love, loss, and unexpected betrayal, creating a rich tapestry of human experience amidst the storm clouds of impending conflict. This book is a thought-provoking exploration of personal loneliness against the backdrop of collective turmoil. The lyrical prose will resonate deeply with readers, as each page unfolds the tale of hope and despair that marks the human condition. Published in 2017, 'Atlantic Black' has been lauded by critics, including Heather Rose, winner of the 2017 Stella Prize, affirming its powerful narrative and emotional depth. Experience this unforgettable journey across time and the Atlantic ocean, where the past and present collide, and discover how shadows of history shape our identities today. Perfect for lovers of literary fiction and historical narratives, 'Atlantic Black' is a vintage treasure that belongs on your bookshelf. Don't miss out on this brand new book, with ISBN 9780995409828, where every moment is a poignant reflection on the interconnectedness of life. Your order ships free and will arrive in up to 6 weeks; note, once placed, orders cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780995409828
Year: 2017
Publisher: Transit Lounge
Description:
'A powerful and mesmerising voyage into darkness. Atlantic Black creates an indelible portrait of humanity sailing towards war.' ~Heather Rose, Winner of the 2017 Stella Prize
In this haunting new novel, Katerina Klova and her mother are crossing the Atlantic by ocean liner. When Anne suffers a psychotic breakdown, Katerina is left alone on a ship full of strangers who span classes and stations, all of whom carry their ambitions, fears and obsessions with them. For a seventeen-year-old girl, the daughter of an ambassador, it's an exciting, frightening world to navigate.
Atlantic Black is a psychologically intense and affecting story of unexpected familial betrayal, of a mother and daughter's relationship, of a brother and father whose voices resonate from afar. Personal loneliness, love and loss, are tightly bound to the wider reality of a world set on a fateful course. The legacy of violence, and of how the First World War precipitated the Second World War reverberates as if 'tolling on the inside of a church bell'. Through the eyes of Katerina and her own family's place within a fracturing world, we see the way damage, yet also hope, are passed from one generation to another. A.S. Patrić's writing is achingly tender, the tone merciless but heartbreaking in its compassion.
The story takes place over one day and night, New Year's Eve, 1939. The RMS Aquitania steams across the Atlantic Ocean. On the horizon, the world is about to explode.
'I am still walking the slick decks ofAtlantic Black, looking for a way out for both myself and Katerina. Sh
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780995409828
Year: 2017
Publisher: Transit Lounge
Description:
'A powerful and mesmerising voyage into darkness. Atlantic Black creates an indelible portrait of humanity sailing towards war.' ~Heather Rose, Winner of the 2017 Stella Prize
In this haunting new novel, Katerina Klova and her mother are crossing the Atlantic by ocean liner. When Anne suffers a psychotic breakdown, Katerina is left alone on a ship full of strangers who span classes and stations, all of whom carry their ambitions, fears and obsessions with them. For a seventeen-year-old girl, the daughter of an ambassador, it's an exciting, frightening world to navigate.
Atlantic Black is a psychologically intense and affecting story of unexpected familial betrayal, of a mother and daughter's relationship, of a brother and father whose voices resonate from afar. Personal loneliness, love and loss, are tightly bound to the wider reality of a world set on a fateful course. The legacy of violence, and of how the First World War precipitated the Second World War reverberates as if 'tolling on the inside of a church bell'. Through the eyes of Katerina and her own family's place within a fracturing world, we see the way damage, yet also hope, are passed from one generation to another. A.S. Patrić's writing is achingly tender, the tone merciless but heartbreaking in its compassion.
The story takes place over one day and night, New Year's Eve, 1939. The RMS Aquitania steams across the Atlantic Ocean. On the horizon, the world is about to explode.
'I am still walking the slick decks ofAtlantic Black, looking for a way out for both myself and Katerina. Sh