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Parable of the Sower: the New York Times bestseller, crafted by the visionary Octavia E. Butler, has captured the hearts and minds of readers worldwide. This prescient masterpiece intricately weaves a story of resilience and hope amid chaos.
Set in a dystopian America that is unraveling at the seams, this novel follows Lauren Olamina, a young woman endowed with an extraordinary ability to feel the pain of others. As her world crumbles, she chronicles her experiences in a journal, capturing the agony and brutality of society.
Butler’s narrative transcends mere fiction; it serves as a haunting reflection of our times. As Gloria Steinem poignantly remarks, "A dystopian novel penned in the past that begins to materialise in the present is far more chilling than one that merely speculates about the future." Critics like The New Yorker and The Guardian laud Butler’s work for its eerie foresight and compelling prose, solidifying its status as a timeless classic.
Discover why Parable of the Sower continues to resonate with readers, challenging us to reflect on our own realities while inspiring a vision for change. Immerse yourself in this groundbreaking work that remains as relevant today as it was upon its release.
Book ISBN: | 9781472263667 |
Book Author: | Octavia E. Butler |
Book Format: | Paperback / softback |
Book Imprint: | Headline Book Publishing |
Book Publisher: | Headline Publishing Group |
Book Dimensions: | 198 x 132 x 21 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2019-08-20 |
Book Pagination: | 320 pages |
Book Weight: | 226g |
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’