ISBN 9781405959452
Rs. 958
Penguin Books
Gliff
Who it's for: Readers of literary fiction and dystopian narratives
In a world not far from our own, two children return home to find their house mysteriously encircled by a line of wet red paint. This unsettling discovery marks the beginning of a profound exploration into a society grappling with its own toxicity, where the next generation is tasked with navigating a hostile state divided between insiders and outsiders. Ali Smith's Gliff delves into how meaning is constructed and dismantled in a challenging environment, examining the enduring power of the past and the various forms resistance can take. It's a timely and electrifying narrative that considers the versatility of language, nature, and human spirit.Why You Should Read? Explore a thought-provoking dystopian narrative that questions societal divisions and the resilience of the human spirit. Engage with a story that blends elements of dystopian fiction and the Kafkaesque, offering a fresh perspective on classic themes. Discover a powerful tale about the search for meaning in a world that often seeks to strip it away. Experience Ali Smith's distinctive literary voice as she crafts a vital and prescient story relevant to contemporary concerns. About the AuthorAli Smith is a celebrated Scottish author known for her innovative and experimental prose. Her works often explore themes of identity, memory, and the power of storytelling, earning her numerous accolades and a dedicated readership. Smith has been shortlisted for the Booker Prize multiple times and has won the Baileys Women's Prize for Fiction, among other prestigious awards. Her unique narrative style and keen observations of human nature make her a significant voice in contemporary literature.
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- Set in a world not far from our own, with a hostile state divided between insiders and outsiders.
- Explores how meaning is constructed and dismantled in a challenging environment.
- Considers the enduring power of the past and forms of resistance.
- Blends dystopian fiction with Kafkaesque elements.
- By Ali Smith, a celebrated Scottish author known for innovative prose.
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What is the book about?
It's a dystopian novel where two children discover a line of wet red paint around their house, leading to a story about a society divided into insiders and outsiders, and how meaning is created and destroyed.
Who is the author?
Ali Smith, a Scottish author known for experimental prose, shortlisted for the Booker Prize multiple times and winner of the Baileys Women's Prize for Fiction.
What genre is it?
It's fiction, blending dystopian and Kafkaesque elements.
What themes does it explore?
It explores societal division, resistance, the construction of meaning, the power of the past, and the versatility of language and nature.