Description
In this 1983 novel, Orhan Pamuk invites readers to a week-long family gathering in the seaside town of Cennethisar, near Istanbul. As three siblings arrive to visit their ailing grandmother, the seemingly quiet facade of their ancestral home begins to crack, revealing a complex tapestry of personal histories and simmering resentments. Through the interwoven narratives of five distinct voices, the novel delves into the lingering shadows of Ottoman history and the turbulent political landscape of modern Turkey. Pamuk masterfully explores themes of memory, identity, and the search for meaning against a backdrop of national upheaval, showcasing his early brilliance in capturing the soul of a nation.
Available Editions
paperback
Faber & Faber, Limited
Published Jan 1, 2012
352 pages
ISBN: 9780571275946
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Details
First Published
2012
Language
eng
Translation
From: tur
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