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The Unseen (The Barry Chronicles, 1),Used
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Shortlisted for the 2017 International Man Booker Prize Shortlisted for the 2018 International Dublin Literary Award 'Even by his high standards, his magnificent new novel The Unseen is Jacobsen's finest to date, as blunt as it is subtle and is easily among the best books I have ever read.'Eileen Battersby, Irish TimesBorn on the Norwegian island that bears her name, Ingrid Barrys world is circumscribed by stormscoured rocks and the moods of the sea by which her family lives and dies. But her father dreams of building a quay that will end their isolation, and her mother longs for the island of her youth, and the country faces its own sea change: the advent of a modern world, and all its unpredictability and violence. Brilliantly translated into English by Don Bartlett and Don Shaw, The Unseen is the first book in the Barry Chronicles and a moving exploration of family, resilience, and fate.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Unseen'? A: 'The Unseen' explores themes of family, resilience, and the impact of change on personal identities, set against the backdrop of a remote Norwegian island.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Unseen'? A: The author of 'The Unseen' is Roy Jacobsen, a renowned Norwegian writer known for his compelling storytelling.
- Q: Is 'The Unseen' part of a series? A: 'The Unseen' is the first book in 'The Barrøy Chronicles' series, which delves deeper into the lives of the Barrøy family.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'The Unseen'? A: 'The Unseen' was published on April 21, 2020.
- Q: What is the page count for 'The Unseen'? A: 'The Unseen' contains 272 pages, making it a substantial yet manageable read.
- Q: What type of binding does 'The Unseen' have? A: 'The Unseen' is available in a paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: What age group is 'The Unseen' suitable for? A: 'The Unseen' is suitable for adult readers, particularly those interested in literary fiction and family sagas.
- Q: Has 'The Unseen' received any awards or nominations? A: 'The Unseen' was shortlisted for the 2017 International Man Booker Prize and the 2018 International Dublin Literary Award.
- Q: What can readers expect from the writing style of 'The Unseen'? A: Readers can expect a beautifully crafted narrative that balances blunt realism with subtle emotional depth, characteristic of Jacobsen's writing.
- Q: Is 'The Unseen' available in different formats? A: 'The Unseen' is primarily available in paperback, and availability of other formats may vary based on retailers.