Kadare, Ismail
The Doll
- ISBN 13:
- 9781784709327
- author:
- Kadare, Ismail
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Vintage
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 176
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 1.1 centimeters (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Literary, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Doll by Ismail Kadare is a poignant and introspective novel that explores the complexities of family life and personal freedom. Set against the backdrop of Albania's Communist era, this autobiographical tale follows the author's own experiences growing up in a world where freedom was scarce. At its centre is the enigmatic figure of the Doll, a symbol of maternal sacrifice and devotion. Her relationship with her son is marked by tension and longing, as she struggles to come to terms with his desire for independence and creative expression. This delicate and disarming story is told in haunting, lyrical prose, offering a unique glimpse into the author's childhood and early aspirations as a writer. Through The Doll, Ismail Kadare offers a nuanced exploration of home, family, and the search for personal freedom in a world where these values are often at odds.
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