Description
Experience a captivating journey with 'Hot Milk', a novel shortlisted for the prestigious Man Booker Prize 2016. This gripping tale unfolds along the sun-kissed Spanish coast, where the enigmatic Dr. Gomez holds the key to the mysterious illness afflicting Rose. Accompanied by her resilient daughter, Sofia, they embark on a quest for healing that unravels the complexities of female identity and empowerment. Deborah Levy intricately weaves a hypnotic narrative, exploring themes of female sexuality, power dynamics, and mythical storytelling. Delve into the dreamlike atmosphere as mother and daughter confront their deepest fears and desires in a world drenched in warmth and seduction. This beautifully-crafted B-format paperback, published by Penguin UK in 2017, comprises 224 pages of mesmerizing prose that invites you to reflect on the monstrous yet compelling aspects of womanhood. Whether you're a fan of modern fairy tales or timeless literary explorations, 'Hot Milk' will grip your imagination and leave you craving more. Order now and experience the intoxicating blend of reality and myth that defines this standout work. Fast delivery options are available to ensure you can dive into this extraordinary story without delay.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241968031
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2017
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 224
Description:
Shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize 2016, a hypnotic tale of female sexuality, power and myth from the author of Swimming Home
Two women arrive in a village on the Spanish coast. Rose is suffering from a strange illness and the doctors are mystified. Her daughter Sofia has brought her here to find a cure with the infamous and controversial Dr Gomez - a man of questionable methods and motives. Intoxicated by thick heat and the seductive people who move through it, both women begin to see their lives clearly for the first time in years.
Through the opposing figures of mother and daughter, Deborah Levy explores the strange and monstrous nature of womanhood. Dreamlike and utterly compulsive, Hot Milk is a delirious fairy tale of feminine potency, a story both modern and timeless.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241968031
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2017
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 224
Description:
Shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize 2016, a hypnotic tale of female sexuality, power and myth from the author of Swimming Home
Two women arrive in a village on the Spanish coast. Rose is suffering from a strange illness and the doctors are mystified. Her daughter Sofia has brought her here to find a cure with the infamous and controversial Dr Gomez - a man of questionable methods and motives. Intoxicated by thick heat and the seductive people who move through it, both women begin to see their lives clearly for the first time in years.
Through the opposing figures of mother and daughter, Deborah Levy explores the strange and monstrous nature of womanhood. Dreamlike and utterly compulsive, Hot Milk is a delirious fairy tale of feminine potency, a story both modern and timeless.