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The Wall by John Lanchester is a gripping exploration of resilience in the face of adversity. This remarkable novel is celebrated as a Book of the Year by both the Financial Times and the Evening Standard, and it was longlisted for the Booker Prize 2019 and shortlisted for the Orwell Prize for Political Fiction 2020.
Set in a disturbingly familiar dystopian world, The Wall follows Kavanagh, a reluctant guardian assigned to protect a vast and menacing barrier. His service is meant to last two years—just 729 long nights—but as he confronts the relentless threat posed by the Others, his reality transforms into a haunting fight for survival.
Readers will appreciate the critical acclaim this novel has received:
John Lanchester dives deep into the human spirit's capacity to endure when all seems lost, prompting readers to question societal norms and the lengths we go to protect our existence. The prose is both thrilling and heart-wrenching, ensuring you remain on the edge of your seat. As you journey with Kavanagh, you'll uncover the complexities of duty, fear, and the instinct to safeguard what is dear.
The Wall is not merely a story; it’s a profound reflection on contemporary issues, urging readers to reconsider what it means to fight for survival in an uncertain world.
ISBN: | 9780571298730 |
Author: | John Lanchester |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Faber & Faber |
Publisher: | Faber & Faber |
Dimensions: | 129 x 197 x 18 mm |
Publication Date: | 05 September, 2019 |
Pagination: | 288 pages |
Weight: | 224g |
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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.’