Ruth L. Ozeki
A Tale for the Time Being
- ISBN 13:
- 9780143124870
- author:
- Ruth L. Ozeki
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 422
- Dimensions:
- 13.8 x 2.8 x 21.3 cm
- Genre:
- Fiction, Literary Fiction,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
A Tale for the Time Being A Novel by Ruth Ozeki In a poignant and inventive novel, Ruth Ozeki explores the interconnected lives of two women, separated by time and distance. Nao, a teenager struggling with loneliness and bullying, finds solace in documenting the life of her great-grandmother, a Buddhist nun. Meanwhile, Ruth, a novelist living on a remote island, discovers a mysterious collection of artifacts that lead her to Nao's story and her own uncertain future. As the past and present converge, Ozeki weaves a rich tapestry of themes and ideas, from the relationship between writer and reader to the search for home and meaning. With humor and depth, she explores the complexities of human connection and the power of stories to transcend time and space. Through Nao's diary and Ruth's narrative, Ozeki creates a beautifully beguiling story that celebrates our shared humanity and the enduring power of the written word.
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