Description
Discover the profound narratives encapsulated in the extraordinary debut short story collection by 2021 Booker Prize winner Damon Galgut. This B-format paperback edition, published by RANDOM HOUSE UK in 2022, showcases stories woven with a delicate balance of intimacy and tension, set against the vivid backdrop of 1980s South Africa. Each tale unfolds with astonishing clarity, addressing the complexities of familial ties, love, and sorrow. From a mother navigating the turbulent waters of her child's serious illness to a son uncovering the emotional echoes of his father's fleeting romance, these stories resonate with the universal themes of human experience. Perfect for readers seeking thought-provoking literature, this collection leaves an indelible mark on the reader's heart. Praise for Damon Galgut's work highlights his unique voice and storytelling prowess, further elevating this must-have addition to your bookshelf. Immerse yourself in the world crafted by Galgut, where stories ripple out, revealing the bonds we cannot escape. Order now and experience the brilliance of one of today's greatest contemporary writers. Fast shipping options are available, ensuring that your new favorite read arrives on your doorstep promptly and securely.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781529198164
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2022
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE UK
Description:
The extraordinary first collection of stories from the 2021 Booker Prize winner
The first collection of extraordinary stories from one of the greatest writers of our time.
With astonishing clarity, Booker Prize winner Galgut explores both the intimacies and violence of family life against the complex landscape of 1980s South Africa.
From a mother who experiences a devastating unmooring after her child falls gravely ill, to a son retracing his late father's brief yet passionate affair, the stories ripple out from one another, tenderly exposing those bonds we cannot escape.
PRAISE FOR DAMON GALGUT-
'Galgut seems to deliver effortlessly...there's nothing he can't do' Times
'Damon Galgut is very nearly without peer...an essential writer' Garth Greenwell
'Terrifically agile and consistently interesting...certainly up there with Nadine Gordimer and JM Coetzee' Guardian
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781529198164
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2022
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE UK
Description:
The extraordinary first collection of stories from the 2021 Booker Prize winner
The first collection of extraordinary stories from one of the greatest writers of our time.
With astonishing clarity, Booker Prize winner Galgut explores both the intimacies and violence of family life against the complex landscape of 1980s South Africa.
From a mother who experiences a devastating unmooring after her child falls gravely ill, to a son retracing his late father's brief yet passionate affair, the stories ripple out from one another, tenderly exposing those bonds we cannot escape.
PRAISE FOR DAMON GALGUT-
'Galgut seems to deliver effortlessly...there's nothing he can't do' Times
'Damon Galgut is very nearly without peer...an essential writer' Garth Greenwell
'Terrifically agile and consistently interesting...certainly up there with Nadine Gordimer and JM Coetzee' Guardian