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Experience the profound narrative of 'The Plotinus,' a captivating allegorical tale that deftly navigates themes of tyranny, conviction, and the transformative power of imagination. In this brand new trade paperback edition, readers are introduced to a young man incarcerated for his connections to a vibrant yet forbidden world. His journey begins with a seemingly innocent morning walk, where he encounters a robot named Plotinus, ultimately leading him to a cell illuminated by a single beam of sunlight. Amidst isolation, he communicates his plight through clever coding, reminiscing about lost love, philosophical explorations, and the fleeting joys of freedom.
As the protagonist confronts his bleak reality, encounters with fantastical visitors and unexpected objects challenge his perception, blurring the boundaries of hallucination and dystopian existence. With Rikki Ducornet's remarkable storytelling, 'The Plotinus' is not just a book; it's an invitation to explore resilience in the face of oppression. This beautifully crafted book, published in 2023 by Coffee House Press, offers readers a unique blend of whimsy and philosophical inquiry that leaves a lasting impression. Immerse yourself in this unforgettable journey and discover the resilience of the human spirit.
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: 9781566896818. Format: Trade paperback (US). Year: 2023. Publisher: Coffee House Press.
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: 9781566896818
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2023
Publisher: Coffee House Press
Description:
Incarcerated for his subversive connection to the old, living world, a prisoner makes the most of his isolation in this captivating allegorical tale about tyranny, conviction, and the enduring power of imagination.
Upon setting out for a morning walk with his knobby stick in hand, a young man is arrested by a robot called the Plotinus and abandoned in a cell where one beam of sunlight beckons through an air duct. Rapping his knuckles against the vent to relay his tale of woe in code, he recalls his lost love and their group’s forbidden activities; his readings in philosophy and the sciences; and sweet memories of freedom’s small pleasures. As the captive confronts his increasingly dire circumstances with rigorous optimism, the appearance of fantastical visitors and miraculous objects in his cell further blurs the line between hallucination and dystopian reality. Told with uncanny warmth and intellectual brio, The Plotinus is Rikki Ducornet’s most unforgettable story yet.
As the protagonist confronts his bleak reality, encounters with fantastical visitors and unexpected objects challenge his perception, blurring the boundaries of hallucination and dystopian existence. With Rikki Ducornet's remarkable storytelling, 'The Plotinus' is not just a book; it's an invitation to explore resilience in the face of oppression. This beautifully crafted book, published in 2023 by Coffee House Press, offers readers a unique blend of whimsy and philosophical inquiry that leaves a lasting impression. Immerse yourself in this unforgettable journey and discover the resilience of the human spirit.
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: 9781566896818. Format: Trade paperback (US). Year: 2023. Publisher: Coffee House Press.
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: 9781566896818
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2023
Publisher: Coffee House Press
Description:
Incarcerated for his subversive connection to the old, living world, a prisoner makes the most of his isolation in this captivating allegorical tale about tyranny, conviction, and the enduring power of imagination.
Upon setting out for a morning walk with his knobby stick in hand, a young man is arrested by a robot called the Plotinus and abandoned in a cell where one beam of sunlight beckons through an air duct. Rapping his knuckles against the vent to relay his tale of woe in code, he recalls his lost love and their group’s forbidden activities; his readings in philosophy and the sciences; and sweet memories of freedom’s small pleasures. As the captive confronts his increasingly dire circumstances with rigorous optimism, the appearance of fantastical visitors and miraculous objects in his cell further blurs the line between hallucination and dystopian reality. Told with uncanny warmth and intellectual brio, The Plotinus is Rikki Ducornet’s most unforgettable story yet.