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Isobel On The Way To The Corner Shop

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Isobel On The Way To The Corner Shop by Amy Witting follows the journey of a young woman, Isobel, as she navigates the challenges of life after being diagnosed with tuberculosis. Set in a mid-20th century sanatorium, she gains insights into the human condition while contemplating her own life and aspirations. The novel explores themes of resilience, identity, and the pursuit of freedom in confinement.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate character-driven narratives exploring resilience, identity, and transformation. Set in a tuberculosis sanatorium, it offers a deep dive into personal growth amidst challenging circumstances, appealing to those who relish detailed settings and introspective storytelling.

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Isobel On The Way To The Corner Shop

A beautifully drawn portrait of madness, and of the way in which we discover other worlds through literature.

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Isobel On The Way To The Corner Shop by Amy Witting tells the compelling story of Isobel Callaghan, a writer struggling to build her career in Sydney. Isobel finds herself isolated, impoverished, and hungry, plagued by the fear that she is losing her mind.

During a breakdown on her way to the corner shop, Isobel ends up in the hospital. There, she learns she will be sent to a sanatorium in the Blue Mountains. Among a diverse group of patients and with the help of great works of literature, Isobel confronts the horrors of her past.

This novel explores whether Isobel can ultimately find a way to face the future and overcome her personal demons.

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Isobel On The Way To The Corner Shop by Amy Witting is praised for its eloquent reflections on human nature, combining intimacy, compassion, and wit. The prose is described as sparkling, with Witting's keen ability to sharply and accurately portray a wide range of characters and their interactions, resulting in a novel that is both heartbreaking and subtly humorous. Critics highlight her surgical precision in dissecting the dynamics of relationships and personal struggles, providing profound and bracing insights into loneliness, panic, and other human emotions.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781922182715

Publisher: Text Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 February 2015

Country: Australia

Imprint: The Text Publishing Company

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 238g

Pages: 324

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