The Brothers [electronic resource]
Asko Sahlberg2012
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A Shakespearean drama from icy Finland.
Finland, 1809. Henrik and Erik are brothers who fought on opposite sides in the
war between Sweden and Russia. With peace declared, they both return to their
snowed-in farm. But who is the master? Sexual tensions, old grudges, family
secrets: all come to a head in this dark and gripping saga.
Why Peirene chose to publish this book: 'This is a historical novel in miniature
form. It deals in dark passions and delivers as many twists as a 500-page epic.
And if that were not enough, each character speaks in a distinct voice and
expresses a unique take on reality. I'm thrilled to be publishing a book that is
as Finnish as a forest in winter - but that resembles a work from the American
South: William Faulkner's As I Lay Dying.' Meike Ziervogel
'A brooding family drama that has something of the timeless quality of good soap
opera.' Nicholas Lezard, Guardian
'Intensely visual . . . A brooding, atmospheric, Scandinavian late ...
Main title:
The Brothers [electronic resource] / Asko Sahlberg
Author:
Asko Sahlberg, Author
Imprint:
[Place of publication not identified] : Peirene Press, 2012
Collation:
1 online resource (1 text file) (112 pages)
Audience:
General/trade
System details:
Platform: epubMode of access: Internet
ISBN:
9781908670045
Language:
English
Subject:
BRN:
433708
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| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
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| Online | Online resource (Member logon) | indyreads - eBook |