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Solar: A novel from the Vintage Earth collection by acclaimed Nobel laureate Ian McEwan is a captivating journey into the intricacies of human life, where humor and tragedy collide in unexpected ways.
This engaging narrative introduces us to Michael Beard, a physicist whose past glories have faded into a mundane existence. Now, with his days filled with unfulfilling speaking gigs and a faltering government project on climate change, Beard finds himself at a crossroads. Adding to the turmoil, his fifth marriage is unraveling, marked by infidelity—this time, he is the betrayed.
When an unusual accident merges his chaotic personal and professional lives, Beard recognizes a unique chance to not only save his marriage but also make a meaningful difference for the planet. McEwan’s Solar deftly explores themes of scientific ambition, environmental urgency, and marital conflict, all wrapped in his renowned wit.
Part of the VINTAGE EARTH collection, this novel aims to redefine our relationship with the natural world through masterful storytelling and creative activism. Ideal for readers who appreciate sharp, thought-provoking narratives, Solar: A novel from the Vintage Earth collection is an essential addition to your literary collection.
ISBN: | 9781784877873 |
Author: | Ian McEwan |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Vintage Classics |
Publisher: | Vintage Publishing |
Dimensions: | 128 x 197 x 25 mm |
Publication Date: | 07 July, 2022 |
Pagination: | 336 pages |
Weight: | 240g |
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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.’