Jaeggy, Fleur
The Water Statues
- ISBN 13:
- 9781913505448
- author:
- Jaeggy, Fleur
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- And Other Stories
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 32
- Dimensions:
- 1.1 x 19.9 x 19.9 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Literary, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Water Statues by Fleur Jaeggy is a striking and enigmatic novel that probes the complexities of family life. Structured as a play, it revolves around the reclusive Beeklam and his villa's flooded basement, where memories linger in uncertain light. Fleur Jaeggy's austere yet voluptuous style brings to life a world of loneliness and wealth's emotional poverty. This early novel is a masterful exploration of the swampiness that can characterize family relationships. With its unique blend of drama and introspection, The Water Statues offers a powerful portrayal of the human experience. Jaeggy's writing is both provocative and beautiful, making for a reading experience that is as challenging as it is rewarding.
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