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In this captivating tale from the acclaimed author of Captain Corelli's Mandolin, we're reminded that sometimes the key to navigating the future lies in embracing the past. Louis de Bernières' latest offering, Light Over Liskeard, follows Q, a quantum cryptographer seeking refuge from the impending societal crisis he foresees.
Driven by a desire for simplicity and safety, Q purchases a dilapidated farmhouse in Cornwall, intent on crafting a self-sufficient haven. His journey introduces him to a colourful cast of local characters, including a park ranger overseeing reintroduced wildlife, a devout hillside dweller awaiting the second coming, an Arthurian knight, and even the amorous spectre of an Edwardian lady.
As urban life grows increasingly complex and digital systems falter, Q thrives in the rugged Cornish landscape. This new chapter reconnects him with his teenage children, ex-wife, and his own identity. He also forms a bond with the vivacious Eva, who's on her own quest for love and meaning.
With his trademark wit and warmth, de Bernières gently satirises modern society whilst prompting readers to reconsider life's true treasures. This entertaining and heartfelt novel, shortlisted for the 2024 Wilbur Smith Adventure Writing Prize, has been lauded as 'beguiling' by the Observer and 'a wonder... wry, wise' by the Daily Mail.
Book ISBN: | 9781529920611 |
Book Author: | Louis de Bernieres |
Book Format: | Paperback / softback |
Book Imprint: | Vintage |
Book Publisher: | Vintage Publishing |
Book Dimensions: | 127 x 197 x 21 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2024-10-03 |
Book Pagination: | 304 pages |
Book Weight: | 216g |
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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.’