The Lonely City : Adventures in the Art of Being Alone by Olivia Laing 9781782111252

The Lonely City : Adventures in the Art of Being Alone

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SHORTLISTED FOR THE GORDON BURN PRIZE and lauded as 'BOOK OF THE YEAR'...
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SHORTLISTED FOR THE GORDON BURN PRIZE and lauded as 'BOOK OF THE YEAR' by a constellation of esteemed publications, Olivia Laing's "The Lonely City: Adventures in the Art of Being Alone" is a captivating exploration of solitude in the urban jungle.

Upon relocating to New York City in her thirties, Laing found herself enveloped by an overwhelming sense of isolation. Intrigued by this most taboo of human experiences, she embarked on a fascinating journey through the city's artistic landscape. With razor-sharp wit and keen observation, Laing deftly navigates the works and lives of the metropolis's most intriguing creative minds, unravelling the complex tapestry of urban loneliness.

This electrifying investigation delves deep into the heart of what it truly means to be alone. Laing's prose, at once incisive and compassionate, not only illuminates the root causes of solitude but also offers a compelling perspective on how one might resist its clutches and ultimately find redemption. A must-read for anyone who has ever felt adrift in a sea of humanity.

Product Information:

Book ISBN: 9781782111252
Book Author: Olivia Laing
Book Format: Paperback / softback
Book Imprint: Canongate Books
Book Publisher: Canongate Books
Book Dimensions: 131 x 198 x 22 cm
Book Publication Date: 2017-03-02
Book Pagination: 336 pages, 9 b&w illustrations on text paper
Book Weight: 230g

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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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