Guyana

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By Elise Turcotte

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Guyana by Elise Turcotte delves into the intricacies of human emotion and interaction. It explores themes of memory, societal expectations, and the haunting nature of the past. Set against a vivid backdrop, the narrative offers a profound reflection on personal identity and the universal struggle to reconcile one's history with the present.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy exploring deeply human stories set against exotic and emotional landscapes. With its profound exploration of human relationships and intense atmosphere, it offers a compelling narrative that dives into the intricacies of personal and cultural identity.

Guyana

A mysterious suicide in Montreal leads the grieving Ana and her son back to 1978 Jonestown in this haunting translation.

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Guyana follows the journey of Ana and her son, Philippe, as they grapple with the profound loss of Philippe's father. Their grief is compounded by the apparent suicide of Ana's hairstylist, Kimi. Driven by inexplicable forces, Ana delves into Kimi's past, which takes her back to the events of 1978 in Guyana. This discovery unveils interwoven tales of the north and south, the past and the present, ultimately leading to the infamous Jonestown Massacre.

The narrative is a stunning translation of a masterpiece by Elise Turcotte, hailed as one of Quebec's most significant novelists.

Elise Turcotte is not only a renowned novelist but also an award-winning poet, having twice been honoured with the Prix Emile-Nelligan.

Rhonda Mullins, who translated this work, was a finalist for the 2007 Governor General's Literary Award for Translation and is also known for translating Jocelyne Saucier's And the Birds Rained Down.

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Guyana by Elise Turcotte is met with praise for its poetic and vivid prose, drawing readers into a compelling narrative that explores themes of identity and personal discovery. Set against the backdrop of an exotic location, Turcotte's storytelling is described as both introspective and evocative, capturing the complexities of human emotions and relationships. The book's rich imagery and atmospheric setting receive commendations for enhancing the overall reading experience.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781552452929

Publisher: Coach House Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 19 June 2014

Country: Canada

Imprint: Coach House Books

Illustration: Illustrations

Contributors:

Translated by Rhonda Mullins

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 226g

Pages: 176

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Elise Turcotte Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction

About the Author

Rhonda Mullins: Rhonda Mullins was a finalist for the 2007 Governor General's Literary Award for Translation for The Decline of the Hollywood Empire by Herve Fischer. She has also translated Jocelyne Saucier's Jeanne sur les routes into Jeanne's Road.
Elise Turcotte: Elise Turcotte is a novelist and award-winning poet who has twice received the Prix Emile Nelligan. Her novel The Alien House was shortlisted for the 2004 Governor General's Literary Award for Translation. Turcotte lives in Montreal, where she teaches at the CEGEP de Vieux-Montreal.