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Motion Sickness
Motion Sickness
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Motion Sickness is a contemporary picaresque novel by an acclaimed cult writer, following a young woman's life as she drifts and reinvents herself through unusual encounters in Europe.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 07 September 2023
Publisher: Peninsula Press Ltd
Motion Sickness, a captivating novel by the acclaimed cult writer, delves into the life of the narrator, who finds herself navigating an unguided tour filled with hotels, strangers, art, books, and films. As she embarks on her journey in Europe, fate weaves a tapestry of extraordinary encounters, where coincidences and luck shape her new life. In London, the narrator forms a peculiar bond with an expatriate American Buddhist and her enigmatic husband. In Paris, she crosses paths with Arlette, an art historian captivated by Velazquez's masterpiece, "Las Meninas." In Barcelona, she encounters two generations of Germans, each with their unique perspectives. En route to the hill towns of Italy, the narrator embarks on a captivating adventure in a London taxi, accompanied by two surprising Englishmen, driven by their passion for art and Henry Moore. Amidst these adventures, the narrator cherishes the idea of sending postcards, but often finds herself torn between the desire to convey her thoughts and the uncertainty surrounding the meaning of the pictures she depicts.
Motion Sickness is a captivating blend of dreamlike and gritty realism, eliciting laughter and melancholy in equal measure. It serves as a contemporary picaresque, showcasing the narrator's continuous drift and reinvention with each new encounter. Through her travels and interactions, the narrator explores the complexities of identity, love, and the search for meaning in a world that often leaves her feeling lost and adrift.
This novel offers a profound exploration of the human condition, inviting readers to witness the narrator's journey of self-discovery and the transformative power of human connections. With its vivid prose, rich imagery, and memorable characters, Motion Sickness is a testament to the enduring allure of storytelling and the capacity of literature to transport readers to new worlds and perspectives.
Weight: 228g
Dimension: 198 x 128 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781913512330
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