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Discover the captivating collection, *Many People Die Like You*, by acclaimed author Lina Wolff, an exploration of the bizarre and unpredictable aspects of human nature. This trade paperback, ISBN 9781911508809, was published by And Other Stories in 2020. In this poignant literary work, Wolff masterfully captures the essence of life through intricate storytelling and sharp wit, making it a must-read for lovers of contemporary fiction. The narratives weave through the lives of quirky characters: an underemployed chef caught in the throes of absurd violence, an elderly piano student escaping societal judgment, and a disenchanted housewife wielding a bizarre murder weapon. Each tale presents dark humor wrapped in savage honesty, delving deep into the choices we make in solitude and the complexity of human relationships. Perfect for those seeking a blend of humor and deeper reflections on life, *Many People Die Like You* highlights the unpredictable nature of existence with disarming grace. This compelling collection will entertain and provoke thought, providing readers with a rich literary experience. Don't miss out on this remarkable debut from one of Sweden's essential voices. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be canceled. Condition: BRAND NEW.
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: 9781911508809
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2020
Publisher: And Other Stories
Description:
An underemployed chef is pulled into the escalating violence of his neighbour's makeshift porn channel. An elderly piano student is forced to flee her home village when word gets out that she's had sex with her thirty-something teacher. A hose pumping cava through the maquette of a giant penis becomes a murder weapon in the hands of a disaffected housewife.
In this collection from the winner of Sweden's August Prize, Lina Wolff gleefully wrenches unpredictability from the suffocations of day-to-day life, shatters balances of power without warning, and strips her characters down to their strangest and most unstable selves. Wicked, discomfiting, delightful and wry, delivered with the deadly wit for which Wolff is known, Many People Die Like You presents the uneasy spectacle of people in solitude, and probes, with savage honesty, the choices we make when we believe no one is watching...or when we no longer care.
'An immediate success for Lina Wolff ...Many People Die Like Youis a more than promising debut. Lina Wolff is a skilled stylist and a good storyteller. — Arbetarbladet
'Several of the stories are so funny that you'd probably bring joy to your neighbours if you read them aloud.' â —SkĂĄnska Dagbladet
'Many People Die Like Youis full of life in motion. Depicted with such certainty that even the narrator's voice must at times give way to the swelling language. And so, Lina Wolff has arrived as one of the important voices in Swedish literature. Not least because of the freedom the texts create for themselves. A freedom full
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: 9781911508809
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2020
Publisher: And Other Stories
Description:
An underemployed chef is pulled into the escalating violence of his neighbour's makeshift porn channel. An elderly piano student is forced to flee her home village when word gets out that she's had sex with her thirty-something teacher. A hose pumping cava through the maquette of a giant penis becomes a murder weapon in the hands of a disaffected housewife.
In this collection from the winner of Sweden's August Prize, Lina Wolff gleefully wrenches unpredictability from the suffocations of day-to-day life, shatters balances of power without warning, and strips her characters down to their strangest and most unstable selves. Wicked, discomfiting, delightful and wry, delivered with the deadly wit for which Wolff is known, Many People Die Like You presents the uneasy spectacle of people in solitude, and probes, with savage honesty, the choices we make when we believe no one is watching...or when we no longer care.
'An immediate success for Lina Wolff ...Many People Die Like Youis a more than promising debut. Lina Wolff is a skilled stylist and a good storyteller. — Arbetarbladet
'Several of the stories are so funny that you'd probably bring joy to your neighbours if you read them aloud.' â —SkĂĄnska Dagbladet
'Many People Die Like Youis full of life in motion. Depicted with such certainty that even the narrator's voice must at times give way to the swelling language. And so, Lina Wolff has arrived as one of the important voices in Swedish literature. Not least because of the freedom the texts create for themselves. A freedom full