About the Author
David Mitchell
ISBN 9780340822784
Rs. 1,120
Hodder & Stoughton
Cloud Atlas
Who it's for: readers who enjoy ambitious, genre-blending literary fiction
Cloud Atlas by David Mitchell is a genre-bending novel comprising six interconnected, nested narratives that traverse vast swathes of time. From the remote South Pacific in the 19th century to a distant, post-apocalyptic Hawai'i, the stories unfold, each influencing the next and revealing a profound thematic resonance across epochs. Mitchell weaves a complex tapestry exploring the persistence of human nature and the concept of reincarnation across different lives and eras.Why You Should Read? Experience a unique narrative structure where six distinct stories echo and intertwine across centuries. Explore universal themes of reincarnation, the cyclical nature of power, and the enduring aspects of human nature. Engage with a masterful blend of historical fiction, science fiction, and literary speculation. Discover why this ambitious and critically acclaimed novel was shortlisted for the Booker Prize.
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- Six nested narratives spanning centuries and genres
- Blends historical fiction, science fiction, and literary speculation
- Explores themes of reincarnation and the persistence of human nature
- Shortlisted for the Booker Prize
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Questions about this book
What is the structure of Cloud Atlas?
It comprises six interconnected, nested narratives that traverse different time periods, from the 19th century to a distant post-apocalyptic future.
What genres does the book blend?
It blends historical fiction, science fiction, and literary speculation.
What are the main themes?
The novel explores reincarnation, the persistence of human nature, and the cyclical nature of power.
Was the book recognized with any awards?
It was shortlisted for the Booker Prize.