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Death in Spring by Merce Rodoreda is a mesmerising and haunting masterpiece that draws readers into an extraordinary tale of beauty intertwined with unease.
This captivating novel follows a young lad's turbulent journey into adulthood, set against the backdrop of a secluded Catalan mountain village. Isolated from the outside world, the village is shrouded in barbaric traditions where any whisper of rebellion is met with brutal silence. Following the passing of his father, the protagonist must navigate the treacherous waters of a society steeped in oppression and conformity.
As he grapples with the suffocating atmosphere that surrounds him, he begins to carve out his own path of independence. Death in Spring serves as a poignant metaphor for life under authoritarian rule, exploring themes of power, exile, and the flickering hope that persists even in the darkest circumstances. Rodoreda's eloquent prose celebrates the resilience of the human spirit and the importance of individual freedom.
Rodoreda’s artistry shines through every page, making Death in Spring a profound and unforgettable reading experience. This unique narrative will surprise, subvert, and ultimately leave you spellbound, inviting you to reflect on the delicate balance between compliance and individuality.
ISBN: | 9780241352540 |
Author: | Merce Rodoreda |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Penguin Books Ltd |
Publisher: | Penguin Books Ltd |
Dimensions: | 197 x 128 x 11 mm |
Publication Date: | 04 May, 2018 |
Pagination: | 160 pages |
Weight: | 126g |
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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.’