Colson Whitehead
The Intuitionist
The Intuitionist
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A thrilling blend of noir and fantasy, "The Department of Elevator Inspectors" follows Lila Mae, the first Black female elevator inspector, as she investigates a crisis within the Department. Set in a pre-Civil Rights New York City, the novel is a darkly comic exploration of power, politics, and prejudice. With a mysterious accident on her watch and the Departmental elections approaching, Lila must clear her name and uncover the secret formula of the Perfect Elevator. The author keeps readers guessing the outcome while delivering a teasing, challenging, and entertaining read.
Format: Hardback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 17 November 2023
Publisher: Everyman
A captivating blend of noir and fantasy, Guardian delves into the enigmatic world of Lila Mae, the first Black female elevator inspector in an unnamed pre-Civil Rights New York city. In this darkly comic realm, the job of an elevator inspector holds an almost mystical significance. However, the prestigious Department of Elevator Inspectors is plagued by internal strife, divided between the Empiricists, who focus on mechanical checks, and the Intuitionists, who believe in tuning into the vibes. Lila, an Intuitionist, surpasses all others in her expertise, making it seemingly impossible that the accident that occurs on her watch could be anything but a deliberate setup by the Empiricists. Determined to clear her name and unravel the secret formula of the Perfect Elevator, Lila embarks on a thrilling quest. Author David Whitehead skillfully keeps readers guessing the outcome, skillfully tweaking and twisting his plot, leaving everyone caught off guard. At the same time, the story serves as an intriguing allegory, inviting readers to explore its deeper meanings. This captivating read offers a teasing, challenging, and thoroughly entertaining experience.
Weight: 412g
Dimension: 133 x 210 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781841594163
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