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Barkskins: Longlisted for the Baileys Women’s Prize for Fiction 2017 is a stunning literary achievement by the renowned author Annie Proulx, acclaimed for her Pulitzer Prize-winning works such as 'The Shipping News' and 'Brokeback Mountain'. This monumental novel immerses you in a world where the exploitation of forests unfolds over three centuries, shedding light on humanity's relentless quest for progress.
Set in the late 1600s, Barkskins follows two impoverished Frenchmen, René Sel and Charles Duquet, as they arrive in New France, bound by servitude to a feudal lord. As they become 'barkskins'—woodcutters tasked with clearing vast woodlands—they face relentless challenges and cultural conflicts. Their intertwined destinies highlight the struggle between environmental degradation and human ambition.
Recognized as a finalist for the prestigious Baileys Women’s Prize for Fiction, Barkskins is not merely a book; it’s a profound exploration of ecological devastation and cultural identity. With Proulx's unparalleled narrative talent, this novel stands as a testament to her legacy as one of America's most esteemed literary voices.
ISBN: | 9780007232017 |
Author: | Annie Proulx |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Fourth Estate Ltd |
Publisher: | HarperCollins Publishers |
Dimensions: | 198 x 129 x 46 mm |
Publication Date: | 04 November, 2017 |
Pagination: | 736 pages |
Weight: | 508g |
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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.’