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The Last Quarter of the Moon: A novel from the Vintage Earth collection invites you on a profound emotional journey through the eyes of a wise, ninety-year-old Evenki woman. This captivating tale, crafted by a writer of exceptional talent, immerses you in the poignant world of the Evenki tribe, nestled among the birch trees of northeastern China.
Set against the backdrop of the late twentieth century, this atmospheric modern folk-tale reflects on the joys and tragedies faced by a community intricately connected to nature. As the protagonist’s life unfolds in a landscape where beauty and cruelty coexist, her harmonious existence is abruptly disrupted by the invasion of the Japanese army in the 1930s.
The Last Quarter of the Moon explores critical themes, including:
This powerful narrative is part of the VINTAGE EARTH collection and serves as a compelling reminder of the importance of environmental activism, urging readers to reconnect with our planet. Praised by the Financial Times as a heartfelt tribute to the Evenki, this novel highlights the enduring legacy of nomadic reindeer herders alongside the Argun River.
With every turn of the page, you will discover how literature can inspire change and deepen your understanding of our planet's most pressing stories. Immerse yourself in a tale that is as transformative as it is timeless.
ISBN: | 9781784877897 |
Author: | Chi Zijian |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Vintage Classics |
Publisher: | Vintage Publishing |
Dimensions: | 153 x 362 x 31 mm |
Publication Date: | 07 July, 2022 |
Pagination: | 384 pages |
Weight: | 268g |
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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.’