Description
Experience the profound beauty of storytelling with the latest collection from Thomas Morris, a recognized Granta Best Young British Novelist of 2023. This exceptional book features five innovative short stories that delve into themes of (dis)connection, identity, and the human experience. Morris's strikingly original narrative style invites readers to explore heartwarming tales of adolescence, childhood magic, and the complex emotions surrounding grief and loss. Each story offers a unique perspective, from a young boy's first football match to the poignant musings of a seahorse contemplating the nature of loss. Open Up showcases Morris's ability to weave deep emotional connections through brilliantly crafted prose, making this collection a must-read for fans of contemporary literature. You will find philosophical insights and vivid imagery that provoke thought, making it perfect for book clubs or personal reflection. Join the ranks of readers who have been captivated by Morris's fresh voice and masterful storytelling. A perfect addition to your bookshelf, this literary treasure will leave you contemplating long after reading. Grab your copy of Open Up today and discover why it has garnered praise from acclaimed authors and critics alike. Delivery information: All orders are shipped within 3-5 business days, ensuring you receive this outstanding collection promptly. Order now and embark on an emotional journey that celebrates the intricacies of human connections.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780571384433
Year: 2023
Publisher: Faber
Description:
A GRANTA BEST YOUNG BRITISH NOVELIST 2023
The new collection from a literary star - five achingly tender, innovative and dazzling stories of (dis)connection.
From a child attending his first football match, buoyed by secret magic, and a wincingly humane portrait of adolescence, to the perplexity of grief and loss through the eyes of a seahorse, Thomas Morris seeks to find grace, hope and benevolence in the churning tumult of self-discovery.
Philosophically acute. Wincingly humane. Strikingly original. This outstanding suite of stories is bursting with a bracing emotional depth. Open Up cracks the heart as it expands the short story form.
Praise for We Don't Know What We're Doing:
'Heart-hurtingly acute, laugh-out-loud funny, and one of the most satisfying collections I've read for years.'- ALI SMITH, Guardian 'Books of the Year'
'Masterly. . . marvellous grace and wit.' -PHILIP HENSHER
'That tonic gift, the sense of truth - the sense of transparency that permits us to see imaginary lives more clearly than we see our own'. The tonic comes in large doses in Thomas Morris's debut short-story collection.'-Irish Times
'Morris's fresh, direct writing style feels brand new.' -Metro
'Radiant' -Independent
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780571384433
Year: 2023
Publisher: Faber
Description:
A GRANTA BEST YOUNG BRITISH NOVELIST 2023
The new collection from a literary star - five achingly tender, innovative and dazzling stories of (dis)connection.
From a child attending his first football match, buoyed by secret magic, and a wincingly humane portrait of adolescence, to the perplexity of grief and loss through the eyes of a seahorse, Thomas Morris seeks to find grace, hope and benevolence in the churning tumult of self-discovery.
Philosophically acute. Wincingly humane. Strikingly original. This outstanding suite of stories is bursting with a bracing emotional depth. Open Up cracks the heart as it expands the short story form.
Praise for We Don't Know What We're Doing:
'Heart-hurtingly acute, laugh-out-loud funny, and one of the most satisfying collections I've read for years.'- ALI SMITH, Guardian 'Books of the Year'
'Masterly. . . marvellous grace and wit.' -PHILIP HENSHER
'That tonic gift, the sense of truth - the sense of transparency that permits us to see imaginary lives more clearly than we see our own'. The tonic comes in large doses in Thomas Morris's debut short-story collection.'-Irish Times
'Morris's fresh, direct writing style feels brand new.' -Metro
'Radiant' -Independent