History: A Mess

A young PhD student makes a groundbreaking discovery about a professional female artist in Britain, but her error threatens her career and reputation. She goes to great lengths to protect her work, but her sanity is lost.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 144 pages
Publication date: 06 February 2023
Publisher: Peirene Press Ltd

A young PhD student, brimming with excitement and determination, has made an astonishing discovery that could revolutionize her career and elevate her reputation to new heights. She believes she has unearthed the first professional female artist in Britain, a groundbreaking revelation that has the potential to reshape the art world. However, in her eagerness to break new ground, she commits a simple mistake that threatens to unravel everything she has worked so hard for. Despite her reluctance to acknowledge her error, she knows that it is only a matter of time before the truth comes to light.

As she desperately tries to protect her work from the impending consequences, she gradually loses her grip on her thesis, her personal life, and ultimately her sanity. The weight of her secret begins to consume her, and she finds herself trapped in a web of lies and deceit.

History. A Mess. is a profound exploration of intellectual integrity and the human capacity for denial. It is a gripping portrait of academic ambition, where the pursuit of knowledge and recognition can lead to devastating consequences. Through the character of the young PhD student, the novel sheds light on the complexities of the art world, the pressures of academia, and the toll that hiding the truth can take on one's mind and soul.

This powerful and thought-provoking novel will leave readers questioning the boundaries of truth and the price we pay for the pursuit of our dreams. It is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the importance of honesty and integrity in all aspects of life.

Weight: 220g
Dimension: 126 x 198 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781908670755