Description
Discover 'The Purple Swamp Hen and Other Stories,' an exquisite collection of short stories by the acclaimed Man Booker Prize-winning writer Penelope Lively. Published by Penguin UK in 2017, this compelling B-format paperback spans 208 pages of rich storytelling, weaving intricate narratives that captivate and inspire. Delve into a dream house concealing dark secrets, witness the complexities of relationships through the tales of two women sharing a husband, and unravel the hidden past of an old woman on her routine shopping trip. Each story reveals Lively's unmatched prowess in crafting vivid characters and authentic scenarios, from couples who drift apart despite years together to the unique bond between a bird and a servant girl in ancient Pompeii, who, despite their inability to communicate verbally, share a profound understanding of each other. This collection exemplifies Lively's subtle exploration of human connections and the hidden layers in everyday life. Perfect for literature enthusiasts seeking to delve into thought-provoking fiction, 'The Purple Swamp Hen and Other Stories' is a must-read. Get your copy today and experience the brilliance of one of England's finest writers! Enjoy prompt delivery right to your doorstep.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241978535
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2017
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 208
Description:
A new collection of short stories from the Man Booker Prize-winning writer
A dream house that is hiding something sinister; two women having lunch who share a husband; an old woman doing her weekly supermarket shop with a secret past that no one could guess; a couple who don't know each other at all even after fifteen years together; and, in the story from which this collection takes its name, a bird and a servant girl in ancient Pompeii who cannot converse, but share a perfect understanding. In this new and varied collection of short stories, Penelope Lively shows that she remains a master of her craft, and one of our finest English writers.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241978535
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2017
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 208
Description:
A new collection of short stories from the Man Booker Prize-winning writer
A dream house that is hiding something sinister; two women having lunch who share a husband; an old woman doing her weekly supermarket shop with a secret past that no one could guess; a couple who don't know each other at all even after fifteen years together; and, in the story from which this collection takes its name, a bird and a servant girl in ancient Pompeii who cannot converse, but share a perfect understanding. In this new and varied collection of short stories, Penelope Lively shows that she remains a master of her craft, and one of our finest English writers.