Bilge Karasu
A Long Day's Evening
- ISBN 13:
- 9780872865914
- author:
- Bilge Karasu
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- City Lights Publishers
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 15
- Dimensions:
- 12.7 x 1.5 x 21.3 cm
- Genre:
- Fiction, Contemporary Fiction, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
A Long Day's Evening by Bilge Karasu is set against the backdrop of a pivotal moment in history when the Emperor outlaws all religious paintings and icons. This has far-reaching consequences, including the murder of a palace official and the disruption of monasteries where icon veneration was once a cornerstone of faith. As tensions rise, two men - Andronikos and Ioakim - are forced to confront their own beliefs and loyalties in the face of uncertainty. Their love becomes a source of strength and comfort as they navigate the treacherous landscape of dogma, custom, and law. Karasu's masterful prose weaves together themes of faith, identity, and devotion, creating a rich tapestry that explores the complexities of human experience. With its operatic intensity and nuanced exploration of dualities, A Long Day's Evening is a thought-provoking novel that will appeal to readers interested in literary fiction and historical drama.