Canoes

Seven interconnected stories explore the balance between life and death, leaving traces upon each other's lives, and creating space for women of all ages to be heard.

Format: Hardback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 28 September 2023
Publisher: Quercus Publishing

Seven interconnected stories revolve around a central novella, creating a captivating collection of tales that resonate with the unique voices of women. A widower finds himself grappling with the lingering presence of his wife's voice on his answering machine, desperately striving to erase it from his memories. Two old friends, once inseparable, reunite after a long period of separation, only to discover that their familiar rhythm has been irrevocably altered. A woman, driven by a peculiar fascination with voice recordings, records herself reading a poem for her two sisters, who are obsessively captivated by the art of capturing sound. At the center of Canoes lies Mustang, a poignant tale that follows a woman as she relocates with her family to the suburbs of Denver, where her partner embarks on a research post. While her husband and child effortlessly adapt to their new surroundings, she remains distant, consumed by a profound sense of alienation and observing as her loved ones undergo transformative changes. In this profoundly poetic and moving collection, Maylis de Kerangal delves into the delicate balance between life and death, exploring the profound traces we leave behind in the lives of others and creating a sacred space for women of all ages to be heard and celebrated. Translated from the French by the talented Jessica Moore, Canoes offers a profound exploration of human connections and the enduring power of storytelling.

Weight: 242g
Dimension: 138 x 206 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529419658