Description
Discover the captivating world of 'How to be Both' by Ali Smith, a stunning narrative that intricately weaves together the lives of a 15th-century renaissance artist and a modern child of the 1960s. This B-format paperback, published by Penguin UK in 2015, guarantees to enthrall readers with its intertwining tales of love, injustice, and the fluidity of time. With 384 pages of rich storytelling, Smith's prose is both inventive and insightful, presenting a unique reading experience that challenges the boundaries of narrative structure. This brilliant novel is not just a work of fiction; it’s a thought-provoking exploration of art's transformative power and the complexities of human existence. Readers have praised its compelling narrative for its humor, depth, and emotional resonance, making 'How to be Both' a must-read for literary enthusiasts. Embrace the audacity and charm of Ali Smith’s writing, which has garnered acclaim from prestigious sources like New Statesman and Financial Times. This book is perfect for those seeking novels that blend historical and contemporary themes in a playful yet profound manner. Order now and immerse yourself in a journey where knowing becomes mysterious and every page offers a new revelation. Enjoy fast delivery on your order, ensuring that this literary gem is in your hands in no time.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141025209
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2015
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 384
Description:
A renaissance artist of the 1460s. A child of a child of the 1960s. Two tales of love and injustice twist into a singular yarn where time gets timeless, knowing gets mysterious, fiction gets real - and all life's givens get given a second chance. 'Dizzyingly good and so clever that it makes you want to dance.' Frances Wilson, New Statesman 'Smith is dazzling in her daring. Her inventive power pulls you through, gasping, to the final page.' Observer 'Rich, strong and moving. Smith's writing really catches fire.' Financial Times 'Down to earth, funny, profound and deeply moving.' Guardian 'Compelling, audacious. Brims with palpable joy, not only at language, literature, and art's transformative power, but at the messy business of being human.' Daily Telegraph 'Inventive, playful, compassionate, sagacious. An immensely enjoyable read.' Daily Express
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141025209
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2015
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 384
Description:
A renaissance artist of the 1460s. A child of a child of the 1960s. Two tales of love and injustice twist into a singular yarn where time gets timeless, knowing gets mysterious, fiction gets real - and all life's givens get given a second chance. 'Dizzyingly good and so clever that it makes you want to dance.' Frances Wilson, New Statesman 'Smith is dazzling in her daring. Her inventive power pulls you through, gasping, to the final page.' Observer 'Rich, strong and moving. Smith's writing really catches fire.' Financial Times 'Down to earth, funny, profound and deeply moving.' Guardian 'Compelling, audacious. Brims with palpable joy, not only at language, literature, and art's transformative power, but at the messy business of being human.' Daily Telegraph 'Inventive, playful, compassionate, sagacious. An immensely enjoyable read.' Daily Express