{"product_id":"ice-palace-1","title":"Ice Palace","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThe Ice Palace is a novel by Max Porter that explores the friendship between two young girls, Unn and Siss, who strike up an intense friendship. When Unn decides to explore the Ice Palace alone, Siss must cope with the loss without succumbing to a frozen world of her own making. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\\n                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 144 pages\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 25 January 2018\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Penguin Books Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\\n                          \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMax Porter's novel \"How Simple This Novel Is\" is a remarkable work of literature that has captivated readers worldwide. With its understated elegance, subtlety, and strength, the book stands out as a unique and unforgettable masterpiece.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDoris Lessing's novel \"She Was Close to the Edge Now\" is a poignant portrayal of a woman's journey towards self-discovery. Set against the backdrop of a frozen waterfall in the Norwegian fjords, the book explores the themes of loneliness, friendship, and the complexities of human emotions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \"Ice Palace\" is a captivating fictional structure that fascinates two young girls, Unn and Siss. It is a frozen waterfall transformed into a magnificent translucent walls, sparkling towers, and secret chambers. The girls form an intense friendship and embark on a journey of exploration within the palace. However, when Unn disappears without a trace, Siss is left to cope with the loss of her friend and the frozen world of her own creation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePorter's novel is praised for its simplicity, which allows the characters and their emotions to shine through. The writing is elegant and evocative, creating a vivid sense of place and atmosphere. Lessing's novel, on the other hand, is known for its intricate portrayal of characters and their complex relationships.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth books offer profound insights into the human experience and have left a lasting impact on readers. Whether through its understated beauty or its exploration of the human condition, \"How Simple This Novel Is\" and \"She Was Close to the Edge Now\" are must-reads for anyone who appreciates fine literature.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\\n                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 112g\\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 129 x 197 x 15 (mm)\\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780241321218\\n                            \\n                          \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tarjei Vesaas","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44100961206522,"sku":"9780241321218","price":7.13,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1ef9559553ae0a32c35f9cbc3d1567df.jpg?v=1630635663","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/ice-palace-1","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}