Scattered All Over the Earth by Yoko Tawada 9781783789122

Scattered All Over the Earth

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Scattered All Over the Earth by Yoko Tawada invites you into a thought-provoking dystopian realm where climate change intertwines with...
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Scattered All Over the Earth by Yoko Tawada invites you into a thought-provoking dystopian realm where climate change intertwines with the resilience of the human spirit. This evocative narrative unfolds the journey of Hiruko, a climate refugee from Japan, who now teaches immigrant children in Denmark using her own invented language, Panska (Pan-Scandinavian).

Set against a backdrop of a world transformed by environmental challenges, Scattered All Over the Earth introduces a vibrant cast of characters:

  • Knut: A linguistics graduate captivated by Hiruko's unique language.
  • Akash: An Indian navigating his identity in a vivid red sari.
  • Nanook: A Greenlander, initially mistaken for yet another refugee.
  • Nora: A spirited employee at the Karl Marx House in Trier.

As their lives intersect, readers are immersed in remarkable experiences, from an umami cooking competition to encounters with dead whales and even Kakuzo robots. With each chapter, the multifaceted perspectives enhance the exploration of culture, identity, and belonging in a rapidly changing world.

Recognized as a masterwork by a National Book Award-winning author, Scattered All Over the Earth is a distinctive tale that challenges conventional perceptions and provokes reflection on the connections that unite us amidst turmoil. This captivating story is not just a book; it is an experience that compels you to ponder the fragile ties of friendship and identity in a fracturing society.

Product Information

ISBN: 9781783789122
Author: Yoko Tawada
Format: Paperback / softback
Imprint: Granta Books
Publisher: Granta Books
Dimensions: 197 x 130 x 17 mm
Publication Date: 01 June, 2023
Pagination: 224 pages
Weight: 158g

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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.’

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