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Parable of the Sower: the New York Times bestseller, authored by the visionary Octavia E. Butler, is a profound narrative that resonates with readers around the globe. This dystopian masterpiece offers a gripping tale of resilience, set against the backdrop of a crumbling America.
Follow the journey of Lauren Olamina, a young woman gifted with a unique ability to empathize with the pain of others. As societal structures disintegrate, she documents her harrowing experiences in a journal, revealing the brutal realities of her world. Butler’s storytelling transcends fiction, providing a thought-provoking commentary on contemporary issues.
Critically acclaimed, Parable of the Sower has been celebrated by notable figures such as Gloria Steinem, who emphasizes the chilling relevance of Butler's narrative. Esteemed publications like The New Yorker and The Guardian commend its eerie foresight and compelling prose, affirming its status as a timeless classic.
Discover why Parable of the Sower continues to captivate readers, urging us to reflect on our realities while inspiring a vision for change. Immerse yourself in this groundbreaking work that remains as significant today as it was at its release.
ISBN: | 9781472263667 |
Author: | Octavia E. Butler |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Headline Book Publishing |
Publisher: | Headline Publishing Group |
Dimensions: | 198 x 132 x 21 mm |
Publication Date: | 20 August, 2019 |
Pagination: | 320 pages |
Weight: | 226g |
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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.’