Orange World

Orange World is a collection of short stories by Karen Russell, featuring demons, bog women, and trees growing inside humans. It combines literary brilliance and entertainment, showcasing Russell's comedic and imaginative talent. The stories explore survival, love, and surreal transformations, with impeccable command of form. Praise for the book includes "BOOK OF THE YEAR" and "literary brilliance."

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 29 September 2020
Publisher: Vintage Publishing

Orange World is a captivating collection of short stories that delves into the realm of the extraordinary. Within these pages, demons find solace in drains, bog women regain their vitality from the grave, and trees take root within the human body. Daisy Johnson, esteemed critic for the New Statesman, hailed it as the Book of the Year, praising its rare blend of literary brilliance and unbridled entertainment. Mark Haddon, another renowned author, expressed his admiration, stating that these exuberant and unforgettable stories showcase Karen Russell's comedic and imaginative talent. In The Bad Graft, a couple embarks on a road trip and encounters a giant tree's spirit in Joshua Tree National Park. This encounter intertwines their fates in a permanent bond. In The Prospectors, two young women navigate the challenges of the Depression and set out for new horizons. However, they find themselves in a life-or-death struggle against formidable adversaries. The title story, Orange World, is a brilliant and hilarious tale of a new mother's desperate measures to protect her baby. She strikes a deal with the devil, embarking on a surreal and magnificent transformation. These stories of survival, love, and extraordinary metamorphosis showcase Russell's writing at exhilarating new heights. Critics have praised Orange World for its convincing world-building, with the Guardian noting its ability to transport readers into these captivating realms. The New York Times Book Review further lauded Russell's impeccable command of her form, describing her as one of the most original short story writers of our time.

Weight: 230g
Dimension: 128 x 196 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529111347