Kadare, Ismail

The Palace of Dreams (Vintage Classics)

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ISBN 13:
9780099518273
author:
Kadare, Ismail
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Vintage Classics
language:
English
Publication Year:
2008
Pages:
192
Dimensions:
19.8 x 12.9 x 1.3 centimetres (0
Genre:
Modern fiction
Condition:
New
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£10.26

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The Palace of Dreams by Ismail Kadare In this haunting novel, the author creates a dark vision of tyranny, where the government exercises total control over its citizens. At the heart of the Sultan's empire lies the mysterious Palace of Dreams, where the dreams of every citizen are collected and interpreted to identify the 'master-dreams' that will reveal the Empire's destiny. The palace is a place where the collective unconscious of a nation is laid bare, making it vulnerable to the whims of those in power. This chilling exploration of the human psyche raises questions about the nature of freedom and the consequences of unchecked authority. Translated from the French version by Barbara Bray, The Palace of Dreams is a powerful and thought-provoking work that offers a unique insight into the complexities of human psychology.

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