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The Wall: Discover this addictive dystopia from the Vintage Earth series immerses readers in a gripping tale of isolation and survival. This compelling narrative, set against the stunning backdrop of the Austrian mountains, invites you to join a woman on a harrowing quest after her cousin and his wife mysteriously vanish.
In this chilling journey, the protagonist embarks on a desperate search, only to confront a transparent wall enclosing her—an enigmatic barrier that seems to separate her from life itself. As she grapples with her solitude, her fight for survival unfolds through a visceral account of sustenance, hope, and the haunting effects of isolation.
As she counts matches, recalls the taste of sugar, and reflects on her identity, the narrative deepens into a profound examination of humanity's place within the natural environment. This thought-provoking story is more than just a survival tale; it is a call for creative activism, resonating with today’s urgent environmental issues.
Join the journey through The Wall and discover how literature can inspire change and foster a renewed awareness of the world we inhabit. Each page offers a chance to reconnect with the urgent narrative of our times.
ISBN: | 9781784878030 |
Author: | Marlen Haushofer |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Vintage Classics |
Publisher: | Vintage Publishing |
Dimensions: | 150 x 424 x 24 mm |
Publication Date: | 07 July, 2022 |
Pagination: | 256 pages |
Weight: | 182g |
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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.’