Lengold, Jelena
Baltimore
- ISBN 13:
- 9781613430521
- author:
- Lengold, Jelena
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Blooming Twig Books (NY)
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 242
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 1.4 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Women, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Baltimore by Jelena Lengold is a poignant portrayal of a woman's inner turmoil. Her tightly wound life has led to a sense of stagnation, prompting her to re-examine the familiar routines that have become suffocating. As she navigates the complexities of her marriage, family, and relationships, the boundaries between reality and fantasy begin to blur. Through Lengold's witty and somber prose, the writer's block that has taken hold becomes a metaphor for a life on pause. The protagonist's struggles with silence, online escapades, and unfulfilled desires serve as a stark reminder of the desperation that can arise when we feel trapped in our own lives. This thought-provoking novel offers a nuanced exploration of the human experience, one that is both deeply personal and universally relatable.