The Dreams of Bethany Mellmoth
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| Verlag | Penguin Books UK |
| Auflage | 2018 |
| Seiten | 272 |
| Format | 12,9 x 19,9 x 1,7 cm |
| B-format | |
| Gewicht | 197 g |
| Artikeltyp | Englisches Buch |
| ISBN-10 | 0241979765 |
| EAN | 9780241979761 |
| Bestell-Nr | 24197976EA |
A dazzling collection of short stories from one of Britain's best novelists. The collection depicts the random encounters that bring the past bubbling to the surface; the impulsive decisions that irrevocably shape a life; and the endless hesitations that wickedly complicate it. The funny, surprising and moving stories are a confirmation of Boyd's powers as one of our most original storytellers.
A philandering art dealer tries to give up casual love affairs - seeking only passionate kisses as a substitute. A man recounts his personal history through the things he has stolen from others throughout his life. A couple chart the journey of their five year relationship backwards, from awkward reunion to lovelorn first encounter. And, at the heart of the book, a 24-year old young woman, Bethany Mellmoth, embarks on a year-long journey of wishful and tentative self-discovery.
The Dreams of Bethany Mellmoth depicts the random encounters that bring the past bubbling to the surface; the impulsive decisions that irrevocably shape a life; and the endless hesitations and loss-of-nerve that wickedly complicate it. These funny, surprising and moving stories are a resounding confirmation of Boyd's powers as one of our most original and compelling storytellers.
Rezension:
Boyd shows why he's so often compared to Graham Greene.... brilliant and bewitching collection of stories Financial Times
