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A Shining — WINNER OF THE 2023 NOBEL PRIZE IN LITERATURE

By Jon Fosse
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A Shining by Jon Fosse, recipient of the 2023 Nobel Prize in Literature, is a generational tale that explores the intertwined lives of a close-knit community. The narrative delves deep into themes of love, loss, and the mystical connection between people and their ancestral lands. Fosse's distinctive style invites readers to ponder the timeless nature of human stories through lyrical prose.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you are drawn to poetic and philosophical narratives that explore the depths of human emotion and existence. The author's unique style and profound storytelling provide an immersive experience, offering readers an intimate glimpse into complex relationships and timeless themes. Fans of literature that combines lyrical prose with deep existential questions will find this work particularly captivating.

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A Shining — WINNER OF THE 2023 NOBEL PRIZE IN LITERATURE

Strange, haunting and dreamlike, A Shining is the latest work of fiction by Jon Fosse, 'the Beckett of the twenty- first century' (Le Monde).

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A man starts driving without knowing where he is going. He alternates between turning right and left, and finally he gets stuck at the end of a forest road.

Soon it gets dark and starts to snow, but instead of going back to find help, he ventures, foolishly, into the dark forest. Inevitably, the man gets lost, and as he grows cold and tired, he encounters a glowing being amid the obscurity.

Strange, haunting and dreamlike, A Shining is the latest work of fiction by Jon Fosse, 'the Beckett of the twenty-first century' (Le Monde).

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The reviews highlight Jon Fosse's A Shining as a richly complex work that embraces multiple interpretations, weaving realism and allegory with a particularly Christian sensitivity. Critics praise Fosse's prose for its fluidity and depth, capturing both mundane and sublime elements in a style likened to modern liturgical prayer. The novel's translation, notably praised, ensures the text's rhythmic and psychological nuances shine through, offering a reflective reading experience that eschews the straightforward for the enigmatic.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781804271032

Publisher: Fitzcarraldo Editions

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 November 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Fitzcarraldo Editions

Contributors:

  • Edited by Damion Searls
  • Edited by Damion Searls

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 114.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 48

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About the Author

Damion Searls is a translator from German, Norwegian, French and Dutch, and a writer in English. He has translated nine books by Jon Fosse, including the three books of Septology.

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