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Synopsis
Shortlisted for East Midlands Book Award 2013 this powerful literary novel reinvents the tale of Orpheus in early Nineteenth century Bulgaria. Widely acclaimed and reviewed. 'A powerful literary novel' The Sunday Telegraph; 'Blends history and myth ... lyrical and well-written' The Bookseller
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About the Author
Will Buckingham is the author of 'Cargo Fever' (2007) and 'Finding Our Sea-Legs' (2009). He is a Senior Lecturer in Creative Writing at De Montfort University, Leicester. In 2010 he was awarded British Academy funding to undertake research for his next novel in China.
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"This is a book that is memorable for all the right reasons. The story is gripping and highly original, and it is beautifully written" -- Louis de Bernières.
"Blends history and myth... lyrical and well-written." -- The Bookseller
"Do not mistake this for a mere retelling. This is masterful storytelling." -- Historical Novel Review.
"A unique, timeless and enjoyable work of literature." -- Left Lion Magazine.<
"It's just a good novel, a very good read, and a highly memorable tale told simply" -- Vulpes Libris
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- PublisherUNKNO
- Publication date2017
- ISBN 10 9380905858
- ISBN 13 9789380905853
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages242
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