Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead

Dive into the mesmerizing world of 'Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead', a captivating novel set in a quaint Polish village. Author Olga Tokarczuk weaves an intricate tale featuring Duszejko, an eccentric woman in her sixties who prefers the company of her beloved animals over humans. This enthralling story begins as Duszejko mourns the disappearance of her two dogs, only to find herself caught in a whirlwind of mystery when local hunters turn up murdered. As she navigates this dark and subversive plot, themes of animal rights, justice, and the critique of societal norms unfold. The enchanting style blends elements of noir and philosophical reflection, urging readers to question perceptions of madness and morality. Each character, from Oddball to Big Foot, adds depth to this compelling narrative that echoes the poetry of William Blake, inspiring beauty amid chaos. With its rich storytelling and thought-provoking ideas, this book is essential for lovers of literary fiction, mystery, and social commentary. Don't miss your chance to own this brand new trade paperback edition (ISBN: 9781925773088) published in 2018 by The Text Publishing Company. Enjoy FREE shipping on your order from Smartfox NZ, and experience the transformation of a simple rural life into a profound exploration of existence.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781925773088
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2018
Publisher: The Text Publishing Company
Pages: 256


Description:
Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead takes place in a remote Polish village, where Duszejko, an eccentric woman in her sixties, recounts the events surrounding the disappearance of her two dogs. When members of a local hunting club are found murdered, she becomes involved in the investigation. Duszejko is reclusive, preferring the company of animals to people; she's unconventional, believing in the stars, and she is fond of the poetry of William Blake, from whose work the title of the book is taken.

Filled with wonderful characters like Oddball, Big Foot, Black Coat, Dizzy and Boros, this subversive, entertaining noir novel, by 'one of Europe's major humanist writers' (Guardian), offers thought-provoking ideas on our perceptions of madness, injustice against marginalised people, animal rights, the hypocrisy of traditional religion, belief in predestination -- and getting away with murder.

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