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Kairos: Winner of the International Booker Prize by Jenny Erpenbeck is a mesmerizing exploration of love, betrayal, and the human condition. Acclaimed for its profound narrative, this award-winning novel invites readers into a world where passion collides with historical upheaval.
Set in Berlin on July 11, 1986, the story centers around a young student and an older, married man whose chance encounter on a bus ignites a torrid affair fueled by their shared love for music and art. As the relationship deepens, the necessity of secrecy intensifies, leading to an electric connection that is both exhilarating and precarious.
However, a moment of indiscretion shatters their bond, revealing the fragile nature of trust and the darkness that can emerge from love. The backdrop of the crumbling GDR amplifies the stakes, presenting a world on the brink of transformation, mirroring the tumultuous emotions of the protagonists.
Erpenbeck’s storytelling is both intimate and devastating, exploring the enduring power of love amidst adversity. With each page, readers are invited to reflect on their own connections and the intricate web of human relationships. Experience the literary journey that leaves an indelible mark long after the last page is turned.
ISBN: | 9781783786138 |
Author: | Jenny Erpenbeck |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Granta Books |
Publisher: | Granta Books |
Dimensions: | 197 x 129 x 24 mm |
Publication Date: | 04 November, 2024 |
Pagination: | 304 pages |
Weight: | 208g |
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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.’