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The Organs Of Sense: A Novel
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This Book Is Only For People Who Like Joy, Absurdity, Passion, Genius, Dry Wit, Youthful Folly, Amusing Historical Arcana, Or Telescopes. Rivka Galchen, Author Of Little Labors And American Innovationsin 1666, An Astronomer Makes A Prediction Shared By No One Else In The World: At The Stroke Of Noon On June 30 Of That Year, A Solar Eclipse Will Cast All Of Europe Into Total Darkness For Four Seconds. This Astronomer Is Rumored To Be Using The Longest Telescope Ever Built, But He Is Also Known To Be Blindand Not Only Blind, But Incapable Of Sight, Both His Eyes Having Been Plucked Out Some Time Before Under Mysterious Circumstances. Is He Mad? Or Does He, Despite This Impairment, Have An Insight Denied The Other Scholars Of His Day?These Questions Intrigue The Young Gottfried Leibniznot Yet The Worldrenowned Polymath Who Would Go On To Discover Calculus, But A Nineteenyearold Whose Faith In Reason Is Shaky At Best. Leibniz Sets Off To Investigate The Astronomers Claim, And Over The Three Hours Remaining Before The Eclipse Occursor Fails To Occurthe Astronomer Tells The Scholar The Haunting And Hilarious Story Behind His Strange Prediction: A Tale That Ends Up Encompassing Kings And Princes, Family Squabbles, Obsessive Pursuits, Insanity, Philosophy, Art, Loss, And The Horrors Of War.Written With A Tip Of The Hat To The Works Of Thomas Bernhard And Franz Kafka, The Organs Of Sense Stands As A Towering Comic Fable: A Story About The Nature Of Perception, And The Ways The Heart Of A Loved One Can Prove As Unfathomable As The Stars.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Organs of Sense' about? A: 'The Organs of Sense' is a novel set in 1666 that follows a young Gottfried Leibniz as he investigates a blind astronomer's mysterious prediction about a solar eclipse. The story explores themes of perception, madness, and the nature of insight through a blend of humor and historical context.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Organs of Sense'? A: The book is authored by Adam Ehrlich Sachs, known for his unique storytelling style that blends historical fiction with elements of absurdity and wit.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'The Organs of Sense' is available in hardcover binding, which provides durability and a quality feel for readers.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Organs of Sense' have? A: The novel consists of 240 pages, making it a relatively concise read.
- Q: When was 'The Organs of Sense' published? A: 'The Organs of Sense' was published on May 21, 2019, and is available in its first edition.
- Q: Is 'The Organs of Sense' suitable for all readers? A: The book is recommended for readers who appreciate joy, absurdity, and historical narrative. It may appeal particularly to those interested in philosophy and the intersection of history and fiction.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'The Organs of Sense'? A: The novel explores themes including perception, madness, the nature of insight, and the absurdity of human experience, all woven together through a humorous narrative.
- Q: What kind of writing style can readers expect from Adam Ehrlich Sachs? A: Readers can expect a writing style that combines dry wit, historical references, and a comic tone, reminiscent of authors like Thomas Bernhard and Franz Kafka.
- Q: Is this book a standalone novel? A: 'The Organs of Sense' is a standalone novel, allowing readers to enjoy it without needing to be familiar with other works by the author.
- Q: What age group is this book appropriate for? A: 'The Organs of Sense' is suitable for adult readers, particularly those interested in literary fiction and philosophical narratives.