About the Author
Michael Ondaatje
ISBN 9781509823345
Rs. 880
Picador
In the Skin of a Lion
Who it's for: Readers of literary fiction interested in historical settings
Set in Toronto during the 1920s and 1930s, Michael Ondaatje's 'In the Skin of a Lion' explores the city's formative years through the intertwined lives of its immigrant laborers and powerful figures. It follows Patrick Lewis, a young man who arrives in the burgeoning metropolis and becomes entangled with a diverse cast of characters, including bridge builders, anarchists, and a vanished millionaire, uncovering hidden histories and relationships.Why You Should Read? Explores the social and economic development of early 20th-century Toronto. Offers a rich narrative blending historical events with fictional characters. Delves into themes of identity, labor, power, and the immigrant experience. Showcases Michael Ondaatje's distinctive poetic prose and intricate storytelling.
Highlights
- Set in Toronto during the 1920s and 1930s
- Follows Patrick Lewis and a diverse cast of characters
- Blends historical events with fictional characters
- Explores social and economic development of early 20th-century Toronto
- Features Ondaatje's poetic prose and intricate storytelling
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Questions about this book
What is the setting of the novel?
The novel is set in Toronto during the 1920s and 1930s, exploring the city's formative years.
Who is the main character?
The main character is Patrick Lewis, a young man who arrives in Toronto and becomes entangled with various characters.
What themes does the book explore?
The book explores themes of identity, labor, power, and the immigrant experience.
Is the book based on historical events?
It blends historical events with fictional characters, offering a rich narrative of early 20th-century Toronto.
What is distinctive about the author's style?
Michael Ondaatje is known for his poetic prose and intricate storytelling, which are showcased in this novel.