Books matching: deeply symbolic characters
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Save:Art and Lies by Jeanette Winterson is a dense and profoundly intertextual work of fiction that presents three intertwining narratives involving characters named Handel, Picasso, and Sappho. The book challenges traditional storytelling standards by offering an assortment of prose and points of view, exploring themes of art, philosophy, life, beauty, humor, and obscenity. Winterson's writing is described as refreshing, creative, and insightful, with a focus on reimagining worn-out words and phrases to bring new life to storytelling.
The book delves into the power of words and art to rewrite lives shaped by trauma, pushing readers to engage actively with the text and interpret its intricate layers. While the writing is beautiful, it is acknowledged that Art and Lies is not an easy read, requiring effort and attention to unravel its complexities and appreciate its unconventional structure.
FROM A DISTANCE only the light is visible, a speeding gleaming horizontal angel, trumpet out on a hard bend. The note bells. The note bells the beauty of the stretching train that pulls the light in a... - #2
Save:The Pearl by John Steinbeck is a short and poignant novella that tells the story of Kino, a poor Mexican pearl diver, who finds a valuable pearl that promises a better life for his family. However, as he tries to sell the pearl, he faces greed, corruption, and tragedy, leading to a heartbreaking conclusion. The writing style is described as poetic prose, spare, and vivid, with a fable-like quality that brings out the beauty of Kino's world and the sorrow he faces.
Kino awakened in the near dark. The stars still shone and the day had drawn only a pale wash of light in the lower sky to the east. The roosters had been crowing for some time, and the early pigs were... - #3
Save:The Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri is a poetic masterpiece that takes readers on an allegorical journey through Hell, Purgatory, and Paradise. Through vivid imagery and beautiful writing, Dante explores themes of redemption, spirituality, and the afterlife. The book is structured as a pilgrimage guided by the poet Virgil and the love of Dante's life, Beatrice, and is filled with encounters with various souls that reflect Dante's personal struggles and reflections on life.
The book is known for its depth, breadth, and power in poetry, capturing medieval attitudes and serving as a window into the late Middle Ages in Italy. Dante skillfully weaves historical, political, and religious elements into his work, creating a timeless exploration of human nature and the journey towards salvation.
For each canto in these notes, the reader will find broadly factual information and cross-references to texts cited by Dante that are worth reading alongside Dante’s own. The asterisks in the poem tex... - #4
Save:The Ice-Shirt by William T. Vollmann is a modern retelling of the first encounter between Europeans and Native North Americans, focusing on the clash of cultures and the consequences of these encounters. The book weaves together history, fiction, and contemplation on human nature, portraying the story of Freydis and Gudrid in a dreamy and sad tale. Vollmann's writing style is described as a blend of historical fiction, myth, and personal travel experiences, creating a unique narrative that delves into Viking history and the exploration of North American lands.
he story of the demon Blue-Shirt (known in His native land as AMORTORTAK) is hinted at in a variety of codices, being revealed nowhere and everywhere, like cabalistic doctrine. Exphcation, therefore, ... - #5
Save:'The Little Snake' by A.L. Kennedy is a charming fable that weaves together themes of love, loss, friendship, and the human condition. The story follows Mary, a young girl who forms an unlikely bond with a magical snake named Lanmo, set against a backdrop of a city plagued by social injustice and war. Through their friendship, the book explores the complexities of humanity, the power of love, and the enduring hope for a better world. The writing style is described as whimsical, poignant, and enchanting, reminiscent of a fairy tale that delves into deeper truths about life.
This is almost, but not quite, the whole of the story about a remarkable, wise little girl. She was called Mary. Everything I will tell you here began when Mary went walking in her garden on one parti...
