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The Double (and Other Stories)

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The Double (and Other Stories) by Maria Takolander is a collection that delves into the complexities of identity and reality. The stories explore themes of human experience, capturing moments that challenge perceptions and question the nature of existence, all infused with a sense of magic and introspection. Each narrative stands alone yet collectively forms a provocative exploration of the human psyche.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy thought-provoking stories that delve into the complexities of identity, reality, and the human psyche. Maria Takolander's narratives are known for their haunting atmosphere and masterful storytelling, offering a unique blend of surrealism and psychological insight. Given its general fiction category, you might find it intriguing if you appreciate literature that challenges conventional perspectives and explores the depths of the human experience.

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This bewitching short story collection features cleverly wrought "mirror doubles" of famous works by literary greats like Chekhov and Dostoyevsky.

* Review coverage in all major broadsheet and tabloid newspapers in Australia and New Zealand * Interviews on national radio programs such as Radio National's Books & Arts Daily * Interviews on local ABC Radio and other local stations such as 3MDR 3MBS, 3CR, 4ZZZ and 3RRR * Review coverage in literary journals and magazines such as the Listener, North & South, Australian Book Review and Kill Your Darlings * Online review coverage * Reading copies available to the trade * Advertisements in literary and current affairs publications such as ABR, the Monthly, Kill your Darlings, Verity LA, Lifted Brow, Island and on their associated websites * Promotions and giveaways with targeted subscriber groups, including book lovers such as the CAE, Good Reading, Good Reads and University student and alumni magazines * One standout story ('The Red Wheelbarrow') from the collection circulated via social media and featured on Text and bookseller websites * Feature title in Text newsletters and website

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These dark and unnerving tales invoke the spirit of Chekhov and Dostoyevsky in their examination of the darker side of human nature. Each of the stories in The Double is unnerving and unforgettable.

Ranging from rural Australia to Northern Europe and beyond, from the dark past of the Soviet era to a terrifying vision of the near future, this collection marks the arrival of a unique and bewitching talent.

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The Double (and Other Stories) by Maria Takolander captivates readers with its haunting, beautifully written tales that explore the complex recesses of the human psyche. The stories are praised for their poetic brevity, arresting imagery, and a blend of gothic, dark humour. Critics highlight Takolander's ability to illuminate moments of sudden grief, intimacy, and melancholy, creating an unsettling but memorable collection that examines themes such as alienation, trauma, and the passage of time.

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ISBN: 9781922079763

Publisher: Text Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 21 August 2013

Country: Australia

Imprint: Text Classics

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 323g

Pages: 264

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