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The Man with the Compound Eyes: A novel from the Vintage Earth collection by V. K. T. Chai is a mesmerizing tale that weaves together destiny, survival, and the profound connections we share with nature.
This extraordinary narrative invites readers into the enchanting yet haunting isle of Wayo Wayo, where tradition cruelly demands the sacrifice of every second-born son at the age of fifteen. Meet young Atile'i, the island's bravest swimmer and sailor, who boldly defies this grim fate. His daring quest to escape the island's traditions unravels a parallel story in Taiwan, where Alice Shih grapples with her own grief after losing her husband and son in a tragic climbing accident.
As Alice contemplates a heartbreaking decision by the sea, a massive vortex of debris reveals Atile'i, ultimately forging an unexpected alliance between them. Together, they embark on a transformative journey into the mountains, retracing the steps of Alice's late husband. This expedition challenges their deepest fears and unveils a dark secret that could change their lives forever.
Immerse yourself in The Man with the Compound Eyes, where every turn of the page ignites a fervor for change and reflection on the environment’s significance in our lives.
ISBN: | 9781784877903 |
Author: | Wu Ming-Yi |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Vintage Classics |
Publisher: | Vintage Publishing |
Dimensions: | 127 x 196 x 29 mm |
Publication Date: | 07 July, 2022 |
Pagination: | 368 pages |
Weight: | 260g |
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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.’