ISBN 9780099537250
Rs. 880
Vintage
Arcadia
Who it's for: Readers of literary fiction and coming-of-age stories
In the expansive fields of 1970s western New York, a fledgling commune called Arcadia House offers sanctuary to a group of idealists seeking to live off the land. Here, Bit, the son of two of its founders, is born and raised, deeply embedded in Arcadia's unique way of life and its cast of compelling inhabitants, including the captivating Helle. As the commune experiences its triumphs and failures, Bit's own journey mirrors Arcadia's shifting fortunes, forcing him to navigate the complexities of identity beyond its borders while grappling with the pull of his past.Why You Should Read? Delves into the challenges and allure of utopian communities and countercultural movements. Presents a compelling coming-of-age narrative set against a richly imagined historical backdrop. Showcases Lauren Groff's acclaimed lyrical prose and profound character insights. Explores themes of belonging, freedom, and the search for meaning in a changing world.
Highlights
- Set in a 1970s western New York commune called Arcadia House
- Follows Bit, son of founders, from birth through adulthood
- Explores commune life, its inhabitants, and its challenges
- Themes of identity, belonging, and the pull of the past
- Lyrical prose and deep character insights by Lauren Groff
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What is the setting of the book?
The novel is set in the expansive fields of 1970s western New York, where a commune called Arcadia House is established.
Who is the main character?
The main character is Bit, the son of two of Arcadia House's founders, who is born and raised in the commune.
What is the book about?
It follows Bit's life as he grows up in the commune, experiencing its triumphs and failures, and later navigates his identity outside its borders while grappling with his past.
What themes does the book explore?
It explores themes of belonging, freedom, and the search for meaning, as well as the challenges and allure of utopian communities and countercultural movements.