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In this captivating sequel to "Scattered All Over the Earth", Yoko Tawada's enchanting dystopian tale continues to unfold. Hiruko, hailing from a mysterious vanished archipelago, leads her eclectic group of companions on a quest to find someone who speaks her native tongue. Their search leads them to Susanoo, a sushi chef from Hiruko's homeland, but there's a catch – he's lost his ability to speak.
As our intrepid band embarks on a mission to restore Susanoo's voice, they encounter a whimsical array of obstacles and oddities. From magical radios to personality swaps and climate change anxieties, their journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Through it all, their unwavering friendship proves a bulwark against despair, fuelling their dreams of a brighter future.
However, Hiruko's ultimate goal of hearing her mother tongue once more hinges on a sceptical aphasia specialist in Copenhagen. Will this be her last chance to reconnect with her lost language? Tawada's "Suggested in the Stars" delivers a rollicking adventure that is equal parts chaotic and poignant, continuing the astonishing exploits of these endearing characters in a world both familiar and fantastical.
Book ISBN: | 9781803510996 |
Book Author: | Yoko Tawada |
Book Format: | Paperback / softback |
Book Imprint: | Granta Books |
Book Publisher: | Granta Books |
Book Dimensions: | 217 x 137 x 18 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2024-10-10 |
Book Pagination: | 240 pages |
Book Weight: | 258g |
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.’
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.’