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They (Faber Editions): The Lost Dystopian 'Masterpiece' by Emily St. John Mandel is a gripping rediscovery that will leave you spellbound. This long-lost classic, featuring a visionary performance by Maxine Peake, awakens a haunting narrative that has captivated readers for decades.
Set in a nightmarish Britain, where the ominous force known as THEY threatens to eradicate individuality and creativity, this chilling tale unfolds with unimaginable horrors. Margaret Atwood describes it as 'A creepily prescient tale... Insidiously horrifying!' while Emily St. John Mandel herself labels it 'A masterpiece of creeping dread.'
The story contextualizes a Britain transformed beyond recognition, beginning with a deceased canine and confiscated literature. The narrative swiftly escalates to purges of the National Gallery and relentless raids on dissenters. In this atmosphere thick with fear, cultural refugees band together to preserve what remains of their crafts, love, and memories amidst the chaos.
As you immerse yourself in this hypnotic and haunting tale, you will discover a work that serves as both a dire warning and a fervent celebration of the human spirit. They (Faber Editions) is not just a novel; it’s a rallying cry for freedom in the face of oppression.
ISBN: | 9780571370863 |
Author: | Kay Dick |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Faber & Faber |
Publisher: | Faber & Faber |
Dimensions: | 131 x 198 x 11 mm |
Publication Date: | 02 March, 2022 |
Pagination: | 128 pages |
Weight: | 124g |
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.’
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.’