Checkout 19

Name: Checkout 19
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781529114997
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‘A book to shake the world anew’ Sebastian Barry

By Claire-Louise Bennett

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Checkout 19 by Claire-Louise Bennett artfully explores the inner world of a young woman as she navigates life through her imagination and experiences. The narrative weaves together her thoughts and reminiscences, reflecting on the profound impact of literature and personal encounters. Through introspective musings, the novel delves into the complexities of identity and the influence of both real and fictional narratives in shaping one's self.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy introspective, character-driven narratives that delve into the inner musings of a young woman's mind as she navigates the complexities of life, identity, and the power of literature. It's a beautifully written exploration of thought and imagination, perfect for those who appreciate rich, poetic language and depth in storytelling.

Checkout 19

"First published in hardcover in Great Britain by Jonathan Cape, an imprint of Vintage, a division of Penguin Random House Ltd., London, in 2021"--Copyright page.

Description

The thrilling, furious and stunningly original debut novel about womanhood, art, and life, from the blazing new star in contemporary literature, for fans of Eimear McBride, Ali Smith, and Deborah Levy.

A New York Times 10 Best Books of 2022 Selection

'Extraordinary . . . radiant' Sunday Times
'An existential tour-de-force' Eimear McBride
'Elatingly risky' Guardian

'We read in order to come to life.'

With fierce imagination, a woman revisits the moments that shape her life; from crushes on teachers to navigating relationships in a fast-paced world; from overhearing her grandmothers' peculiar stories to nurturing her own personal freedom and a boundless love of literature.

Fusing fantasy with lived experience, Checkout 19 is a vivid and mesmerising journey through the small traumas and triumphs that define us - as readers, as writers, as human beings.

A 'Books of 2021' pick in the Guardian, Daily Mail, Daily Telegraph, Irish Times Culture, and New Statesman

'This is her new book to shake the world anew' Sebastian Barry

'Mesmerising, whip-smart, full of genius . . . It is also very funny' Elaine Feeney

'Her voice is all her own' Anne Enright

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Checkout 19 by Claire-Louise Bennett has received praise for its unique exploration of a young woman's journey to becoming a writer. Critics have described it as mesmerising, whip-smart, and profound, with an evocative exploration of literature's transformative power. The novel is celebrated for its rich, playful prose and its blend of introspection with humour, making it both a deeply personal and universally relatable narrative. Bennett's writing is noted for its originality and the novel's ability to delve into themes of memory, growth, and personal discovery.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529114997

Publisher: Vintage Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 July 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Vintage

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 174g

Pages: 240

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Claire-Louise Bennett Education & Reference Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction Penguin Books

About the Author

Claire-Louise Bennett grew up in Wiltshire and studied literature and drama at the University of Roehampton, before moving to Ireland where she worked in and studied theatre for several years. In 2013 she was awarded the inaugural White Review Short Story Prize and her debut book, Pond, was shortlisted for the Dylan Thomas Prize in 2016. Claire-Louise's fiction and essays have appeared in a number of publications including White Review, Stinging Fly, gorse, Harper's Magazine, Vogue Italia, Music & Literature, and New York Times Magazine.