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Discover the captivating world of *Night Blue*, a debut novel that masterfully intertwines the visual and the literary. Shortlisted for the prestigious NSW Premier’s Literary Awards 2022, this highly acclaimed book invites readers into an immersive narrative told through the voice of Jackson Pollock's iconic painting, Blue Poles. Angela O'Keeffe’s *Night Blue* is not just a retelling of Pollock and Lee Krasner's lives as artists; it’s a poignant exploration of the cultural impact of art on personal and national identity.
In this beautifully crafted story, follow Alyssa as she navigates a contemporary relationship, enriched by the transformative power of art. The novel seamlessly shifts between the bustling vibrancy of New York and the serene landscapes of Australia, showcasing O'Keeffe's lyrical prose and unique storytelling style. The emotional depth and dramatic turns in *Night Blue* provide an intimate yet expansive view into how art influences our everyday lives.
Acclaimed by literary critics and readers alike, *Night Blue* is described as 'intimate and sublime' by Favel Parrett, and Mette Jakobsen praises its intelligent and poignant narrative. With an insightful take on the interplay between language and art, this novel not only captivates but also compels us to reconsider how we value creativity in our world.
*Night Blue* is a must-read for lovers of contemporary fiction and art enthusiasts alike. Immerse yourself in a story that resonates deeply, reminding us that art has the power to shape our realities.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it 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: 9781925760675
Year: 2021
Publisher: Transit Lounge
Description:
*Shortlisted for the NSW Premier’s Literary Awards 2022: UTS Glenda Adams Award for New Writing*
Potent, haunting and lyrical, Night Blue is a debut novel like no other, a narrative largely told in the voice of the painting Blue Poles. It is a truly original and absorbing approach to revisiting Jackson Pollock and his wife Lee Krasner as artists and people, as well as a realigning our ideas around the cultural legacy of Whitlam's purchase of Blue Poles in 1973.
It is also the story of Alyssa, and a contemporary relationship, in which Angela O'Keeffe immerses us in the essential power of art to change our personal lives and, by turns, a nation.
Moving between New York and Australia with fluid ease, Night Blue is intimate and tender, yet surprisingly dramatic. It is a glorious exploration of how art must never be undervalued.
'Intimate, sublime, this work shines.' — Favel Parrett, author of Past the Shallows and There Was Still Love
'Intelligent and poignant, Night Blue traverses the boundaries between language and art in a delicious tour de force. I found it impossible to put down.'— Mette Jakobsen, author of What the Light Hides and The Vanishing Act
'Miraculous … O'Keeffe gets under the skin of a painting we all thought we knew, giving it agency and voice, releasing a spirit that is by turns dreamli
In this beautifully crafted story, follow Alyssa as she navigates a contemporary relationship, enriched by the transformative power of art. The novel seamlessly shifts between the bustling vibrancy of New York and the serene landscapes of Australia, showcasing O'Keeffe's lyrical prose and unique storytelling style. The emotional depth and dramatic turns in *Night Blue* provide an intimate yet expansive view into how art influences our everyday lives.
Acclaimed by literary critics and readers alike, *Night Blue* is described as 'intimate and sublime' by Favel Parrett, and Mette Jakobsen praises its intelligent and poignant narrative. With an insightful take on the interplay between language and art, this novel not only captivates but also compels us to reconsider how we value creativity in our world.
*Night Blue* is a must-read for lovers of contemporary fiction and art enthusiasts alike. Immerse yourself in a story that resonates deeply, reminding us that art has the power to shape our realities.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it 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: 9781925760675
Year: 2021
Publisher: Transit Lounge
Description:
*Shortlisted for the NSW Premier’s Literary Awards 2022: UTS Glenda Adams Award for New Writing*
Potent, haunting and lyrical, Night Blue is a debut novel like no other, a narrative largely told in the voice of the painting Blue Poles. It is a truly original and absorbing approach to revisiting Jackson Pollock and his wife Lee Krasner as artists and people, as well as a realigning our ideas around the cultural legacy of Whitlam's purchase of Blue Poles in 1973.
It is also the story of Alyssa, and a contemporary relationship, in which Angela O'Keeffe immerses us in the essential power of art to change our personal lives and, by turns, a nation.
Moving between New York and Australia with fluid ease, Night Blue is intimate and tender, yet surprisingly dramatic. It is a glorious exploration of how art must never be undervalued.
'Intimate, sublime, this work shines.' — Favel Parrett, author of Past the Shallows and There Was Still Love
'Intelligent and poignant, Night Blue traverses the boundaries between language and art in a delicious tour de force. I found it impossible to put down.'— Mette Jakobsen, author of What the Light Hides and The Vanishing Act
'Miraculous … O'Keeffe gets under the skin of a painting we all thought we knew, giving it agency and voice, releasing a spirit that is by turns dreamli