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Seven Empty Houses

Winner of the National Book Award for Translated Literature, 2022
By Samanta Schweblin
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Seven Empty Houses, written by Samanta Schweblin, is a collection of short stories exploring unsettling themes of absence and displacement. Each tale presents a distinct narrative centred around empty homes and their enigmatic inhabitants, touching on themes of loss, estrangement, and the peculiarities of human relationships. The book is known for its eerie atmosphere and evocative storytelling, offering an introspective look into the human psyche.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy stories that explore the intricate dynamics of human relationships and the mysteries they hold. With its compelling and subtly unsettling narratives, it invites readers into worlds where the ordinary borders on the uncanny, leaving you questioning the layers beneath everyday life.

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A brand new collection from the master of the spine-tingling tale

From the Booker International Prize-shortlisted author of Fever Dream

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From the Man Booker-shortlisted author of Fever Dream comes a hotly anticipated new collection of eerie short stories. Playful and unsettling, teeming with the energy of barely contained violence, Seven Empty Houses dismantles the neat appearance of domesticity to expose the darkness and discomfort that lies beneath.

A neighbour looks on as a couple grieve the loss of their son. A young girl makes an unwelcome acquaintance in a hospital waiting room. A woman prepares for death with ruthless precision. Ominous and exhilarating, reminiscent of the best of Shirley Jackson, these chilling tales cement Samanta Schweblin’s place among the finest short-story writers at work today.

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The reviews praise Seven Empty Houses for its eerie and unsettling stories, blending elements of noir, domestic drama, and surrealism. Schweblin's precision in crafting an atmosphere of dread and unease stands out, offering a unique exploration of the darker aspects of home and human nature. The collection is noted for its sharp writing, unexpected narratives, and ability to evoke tension and fear.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780861544325

Publisher: Oneworld Publications

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 November 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Oneworld Publications

Contributors:

  • Translated by Megan McDowell
  • Translated by Megan McDowell

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 208

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About the Author

Samanta Schweblin is the author of three story collections that have won numerous awards, including the prestigious Juan Rulfo Story Prize, and been translated into twenty languages. Her debut novel Fever Dream was shortlisted for the Man Booker International Prize 2017. Originally from Buenos Aires, she lives in Berlin.

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