How We Are Translated

Discover 'How We Are Translated,' a thought-provoking novel that delves deep into the complexities of language, identity, and human connection. This contemporary masterpiece by Kristin Johannesson explores the intricacies of communication in a world where words often fall short. Set in a charming Edinburgh flat, the story follows Swedish immigrant Kristin and her Brazilian-born Scottish boyfriend Ciaran as they navigate their personal challenges and cultural differences. With Ciaran immersed in a 'spr kbad' language bath, their love and relationship are put to the test amidst external pressures and profound existential questions.

This beautifully crafted page-turner, published by Scribe Publications in 2021, consists of 240 pages of engaging prose that captures the tension between silence and dialogue. Both odd and intimate, 'How We Are Translated' has garnered praise from literary critics, making it a must-read for anyone interested in contemporary literature. As you journey through the pages, you'll reflect on themes of home, belonging, and the barriers that language can create.

Enjoy the convenience of FREE shipping when you order 'How We Are Translated' from Smartfox NZ. Dive into a world where the meaning of 'I'm sorry' is explored through a unique lens, revealing the beauty and complexity of human interactions. With a perfect blend of originality and insight, this novel is sure to leave a lasting impact on its readers. Don’t miss out on this compelling read that challenges our perceptions of language and connection.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781925849950
Format: Paper over boards
Year: 2021
Publisher: Scribe Publications
Pages: 240


Description:
People say 'I'm sorry' all the time when it can mean both 'I'm sorry I hurt you' and 'I'm sorry someone else did something I have nothing to do with'. It's like the English language gave up on trying to find a word for sympathy which wasn't also the word for guilt.

Swedish immigrant Kristin won't talk about the Project growing inside her. Her Brazilian-born Scottish boyfriend Ciaran won't speak English at all; he is trying to immerse himself in a Swedish spr kbad language bath, to prepare for their future, whatever the fick that means. Their Edinburgh flat is starting to feel very small.

As this young couple is forced to confront the thing that they are both avoiding, they must reckon with the bigger questions of the world outside, and their places in it.



'How We Are Translated is the most contemporary of novels; set somehow both in the now and in the distant past; in one city that could be many cities, and in two different languages, though also in defiance of language, with as much focus on the silences between words as the words themselves. It's a novel that maintains just the right balance of oddity, intimacy and illumination. It's a novel that anyone interested in the future of the English novel needs to read!'
-Sara Baume, author of Spill Simmer Falter Wither

'One of the gentlest and most patient, humane, and quirky things I have read in a long time ... Hugely original.'
-Niamh Campbell, author of This Happy

'How We Are Translated is a layered work about home, language, barriers, and belonging. Johannesson's unusual and refreshing prose crackles with truth - burning along beautifully.'
-Alice Bishop, author of A Constant Hum

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