Sjon
Moonstone
- ISBN 13:
- 9781473613157
- author:
- Sjon
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Sceptre
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 160
- Dimensions:
- 128mm X 196mm
- Genre:
- 19.8 x 13.1 x 1.3 centimetres (0, Fiction & Literature, Historical Fiction, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Boy Who Never Was by Sjón is a powerful and poignant novel that explores the complexities of identity and society in early 20th-century Iceland. Against the backdrop of a volcanic eruption, global conflict, and a devastating pandemic, the story follows a young boy as he navigates the blurred lines between reality and imagination. As the shadows of existence grow darker, the protagonist is forced to re-evaluate his place in the world. With its unique blend of historical context and cinematic influences, this novel evokes the moment when Icelandic saga culture met the new narrative form of the cinema. A moving and thought-provoking tale of self-discovery and transformation, The Boy Who Never Was is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in literary fiction. With its concise and powerful prose, this book is a compelling exploration of the human experience.
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