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Save:'Pavane' by Keith Roberts is an alternate history novel set in a world where Queen Elizabeth I was assassinated and the Spanish Armada succeeded, leading to a society dominated by the Catholic Church. The book consists of interlinked short stories that provide snapshots of a feudal England in the 1960s under the Church's rule, where technological progress has been limited and the Inquisition still operates. The writing style is described as vivid, lyrical, and experimental, offering glimpses into a world where historical events took a different turn and exploring themes of religion, history, science, and violence.
The appointed morning came, and they buried Eli Strange. The coffin, black and purple drapes twitched aside, eased down into the grave; the white webbings slid through the hands of the bearers in nomi... - #2
Save:Endymion, the third installment in the Hyperion Cantos series by Dan Simmons, follows the journey of Raul Endymion as he is entrusted to guard Aenea, the next 'chosen one' who is the daughter of Lamia and the cybrid Keats. The story unfolds 200 years after the events of Fall of Hyperion, revealing a world where the TechnoCore still controls humanity through improved Cruciforms, offering eternal life to those who submit to the Pax Church. The narrative alternates between the perspectives of Raul Endymion and Father Captain de Soya, who is sent by the Pax and the powerful Roman Catholic Church to capture Aenea, perceived as a threat.
The book is praised for its structure with short chapters alternating between two points of view, offering a mix of science fiction and mysticism. The narrative style is described as stripped down, resembling more of a thriller than a traditional science fiction novel. The characters, particularly Aenea and Father Captain de Soya, are portrayed as real and fully developed, with the plot involving a chase and shifting perspectives between the pursuers and the pursued. The story is engaging, with extended action scenes and well-liked characters that add emotional depth to the novel.
If you are reading this because you are a fan of the old poet’s Cantos and are obsessed with curiosity about what happened next in the lives of the Hyperion pilgrims, you will be disappointed. I do no...
(Also, see 100 recommendations for the series Hyperion Cantos ) 'We Don't Know Ourselves: A Personal History of Modern Ireland' by Fintan O'Toole provides a bracingly honest portrayal of 50 dynamic and turbulent years of Irish history, showing a country caught between maintaining a false image and the reality of Irish society. The writing style is described as luxurious, with both descriptive and lyrical prose, while delving deep into the historical events and transformations that Ireland has experienced since the late 1950s.
The book explores the transformation of Ireland, the dominance of the Catholic Church, the cultural shifts, and the clash of opposing cultures amidst tremendous cultural and economic changes. Fintan O'Toole's personal reflections from his own life within the context of modern Irish history give the book a richer meaning, seamlessly weaving together historical narrative and personal experiences to present a comprehensive view of Ireland's journey into the Twenty First Century.
