{"product_id":"five-women","title":"Five Women","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThe stories in Five Women explore the intensity of human emotions, particularly love and desire, through the lens of women. The collection feels like a series study or natural history, examining humans in unusual and irrational settings. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 288 pages\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 11 November 2021\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Quercus Publishing\u003cbr\u003e                          \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe collection of short stories titled \"Five Women\" comprises two distinct volumes, each featuring a central female character at the forefront of its narrative. Collectively, these stories, while appearing to be a series study or a natural history, take place in an unconventional and somewhat irrational laboratory or field setting. The intensity of these narratives arises from the author's exploration of human emotions and desires, particularly focusing on the ordinary extremes of love and longing. It is not the love or femininity itself that serves as the primary subject matter, but rather the medium through which these emotions are conveyed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe translators, Eithne Wilkins and Ernst Kaiser, have skillfully translated this collection, preserving the essence of the original text while also introducing a fresh perspective to English readers. Their meticulous translation ensures that the stories retain their original flavor, capturing the nuances and complexities of the original language.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn conclusion, \"Five Women\" is a captivating collection of short stories that delves into the depths of human emotions and desires. Through its unique narrative style and intense exploration of the human condition, this collection offers readers a thought-provoking and immersive experience. Whether one is drawn to the complexities of love relationships, the complexities of female identity, or the broader themes of human nature, \"Five Women\" has something to offer. The translation by Eithne Wilkins and Ernst Kaiser is a testament to the power of literature to transcend cultural boundaries and connect readers from different backgrounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 204g                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 135 x 312 x 38 (mm)                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781529405484                                                      \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Robert Musil","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44097695121658,"sku":"9781529405484","price":8.04,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/192892d1000503a8c7cdcc39bb5899df.jpg?v=1638329498","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/five-women","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}