Description
Discover the captivating narrative of 'What You Can See From Here,' a compelling B-format paperback that dives deep into the intricacies of life and death within a small German village. This brand new edition, published in 2021 by Bloomsbury, spans 320 pages that invite readers to explore timeless themes of love, loss, and community. As Selma, a villager plagued by an ominous dream of an okapi, foresees an impending death, the story unfolds with rich character development and an emotional depth that resonates deeply. Readers witness the villagers' tension, marked by their denial of superstition, as secrets long buried begin to surface in the wake of tragedy. This internationally bestselling novel, which has won the hearts of over 600,000 readers in Germany, offers a bittersweet exploration of human connections and the absurdity of life. A perfect addition to your personal bookshelves, this title not only captivates with its prose but also serves as a poignant reminder of the fragile nature of existence.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781526638540
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2021
Publisher: Bloomsbury
Pages: 320
Description:
'Manages something only a few books achieve- it makes you happy' Munich Mercury
'A clear-eyed tonic in troubled times' Guardian
On a beautiful spring day, a small village in Western Germany wakes up to an omen- Selma has dreamed of an okapi. Someone is about to die. But who?
As the residents of the village begin acting strangely (despite protestations that they are not superstitious), Selma's granddaughter Luise looks on as the imminent threat brings long carried secrets to the surface. And when death comes, it comes in a way none of them could have predicted...
A story about the absurdity of life and death, a bittersweet portrait of village life and the wider world that beckons beyond, What You Can See from Here is a story about the way loss and love shape not just a person, but a community.
The international bestseller which sold over 600,000 copies in Germany
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781526638540
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2021
Publisher: Bloomsbury
Pages: 320
Description:
'Manages something only a few books achieve- it makes you happy' Munich Mercury
'A clear-eyed tonic in troubled times' Guardian
On a beautiful spring day, a small village in Western Germany wakes up to an omen- Selma has dreamed of an okapi. Someone is about to die. But who?
As the residents of the village begin acting strangely (despite protestations that they are not superstitious), Selma's granddaughter Luise looks on as the imminent threat brings long carried secrets to the surface. And when death comes, it comes in a way none of them could have predicted...
A story about the absurdity of life and death, a bittersweet portrait of village life and the wider world that beckons beyond, What You Can See from Here is a story about the way loss and love shape not just a person, but a community.
The international bestseller which sold over 600,000 copies in Germany