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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781786891297
Year: 2017
Publisher: A&U Canongate
Pages: 272
Description:
WINNER of the 2018 Dublin International Literary Prize
WINNER of the Goldsmiths Prize 2016
Irish Book Awards Novel of the Year
Discover the enchanting world of *Solar Bones*, a compelling novel that weaves together the themes of love, loss, and the haunting presence of the past. On All Souls' Day, the dead may return, and Marcus Conway, a middle-aged engineer, finds himself reflecting on the pivotal events of his life at his kitchen table. This extraordinary narrative unfolds as a unique blend of humor and the surreal, showcasing the genius of contemporary Irish novelist Mike McCormack.
*Solar Bones* is not just a story, but an experience that challenges storytelling conventions. With a vivid exploration of how everyday decisions can create ripples in our lives, this award-winning book is both profound and striking. Praised for its lyrical prose and innovative structure, it stands as a heartwarming elegy to the human experience, capturing the delicate balance between order and chaos. Ideal for readers who appreciate literary fiction, this book will take you on a journey through the intricacies of life, elevating your understanding of the subtle complexities we face daily. An essential addition to any literary collection, *Solar Bones* is a testament to resilience and introspection.
Delivery Information: Enjoy prompt shipping across New Zealand. Experience hassle-free returns if not completely satisfied with your purchase. Order your copy of *Solar Bones* today and immerse yourself in a narrative that lingers long after the last page is turned.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781786891297
Year: 2017
Publisher: A&U Canongate
Pages: 272
Description:
WINNER 2018 Dublin International Literary Prize
WINNER OF THE GOLDSMITHS PRIZE 2016
IRISH BOOK AWARDS NOVEL OF THE YEAR
Once a year, on All Souls' Day, it is said in Ireland that the dead may return. Solar Bones is the story of one such visit.
Marcus Conway, a middle-aged engineer, turns up one afternoon at his kitchen table and considers the events that took him away and then brought him home again.
Funny and strange, McCormack's ambitious and other-worldly novel plays with form and defies convention. This profound new work is by one of Ireland's most important contemporary novelists. A beautiful and haunting elegy, this story of order and chaos, love and loss captures how minor decisions ripple into waves and test our integrity every day.
ISBN: 9781786891297
Year: 2017
Publisher: A&U Canongate
Pages: 272
Description:
WINNER of the 2018 Dublin International Literary Prize
WINNER of the Goldsmiths Prize 2016
Irish Book Awards Novel of the Year
Discover the enchanting world of *Solar Bones*, a compelling novel that weaves together the themes of love, loss, and the haunting presence of the past. On All Souls' Day, the dead may return, and Marcus Conway, a middle-aged engineer, finds himself reflecting on the pivotal events of his life at his kitchen table. This extraordinary narrative unfolds as a unique blend of humor and the surreal, showcasing the genius of contemporary Irish novelist Mike McCormack.
*Solar Bones* is not just a story, but an experience that challenges storytelling conventions. With a vivid exploration of how everyday decisions can create ripples in our lives, this award-winning book is both profound and striking. Praised for its lyrical prose and innovative structure, it stands as a heartwarming elegy to the human experience, capturing the delicate balance between order and chaos. Ideal for readers who appreciate literary fiction, this book will take you on a journey through the intricacies of life, elevating your understanding of the subtle complexities we face daily. An essential addition to any literary collection, *Solar Bones* is a testament to resilience and introspection.
Delivery Information: Enjoy prompt shipping across New Zealand. Experience hassle-free returns if not completely satisfied with your purchase. Order your copy of *Solar Bones* today and immerse yourself in a narrative that lingers long after the last page is turned.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781786891297
Year: 2017
Publisher: A&U Canongate
Pages: 272
Description:
WINNER 2018 Dublin International Literary Prize
WINNER OF THE GOLDSMITHS PRIZE 2016
IRISH BOOK AWARDS NOVEL OF THE YEAR
Once a year, on All Souls' Day, it is said in Ireland that the dead may return. Solar Bones is the story of one such visit.
Marcus Conway, a middle-aged engineer, turns up one afternoon at his kitchen table and considers the events that took him away and then brought him home again.
Funny and strange, McCormack's ambitious and other-worldly novel plays with form and defies convention. This profound new work is by one of Ireland's most important contemporary novelists. A beautiful and haunting elegy, this story of order and chaos, love and loss captures how minor decisions ripple into waves and test our integrity every day.