Grand Union

Discover the profound depth in Zadie Smith's latest literary masterpiece. This B-format paperback, published by Penguin UK in 2020, invites readers into an evocative world where the threads of identity and rebirth intertwine. Set against the backdrop of the summer of 1959, the narrative follows an Antiguan immigrant's poignant final day in north-west London. Each story unveils a unique perspective: a mother reflecting on the destructive nature of desire, a disgraced cop trapped in the remnants of his past, and a teenager navigating a haunting virtual reality alongside a lonely little girl. This 256-page collection serves as an exploration of time and place, wrapped in a commentary on political and environmental upheaval. Zadie Smith's collection is not just a reflection of personal tales but a mirror to our collective conscience, making it a must-have for fans of contemporary literature. Enjoy FREE shipping on your order today and dive into a thought-provoking reading experience that keeps the legacies of our past alive while confronting the uncanny futures that await us. Perfect for book clubs, personal libraries, or as a thoughtful gift for literature lovers. Order now and immerse yourself in this essential read that captures the essence of humanity.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241983126
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2020
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 256


Description:
In the summer of 1959, an Antiguan immigrant in north-west London lives the last day of his life.

A mother looks back on her early forays into matters of the human heart, considering the destructive nature of desire.

A disgraced cop stands amid the broken shards of his life, unable to move forward into a future that holds no place for him.

A teenager chases spectres through virtual reality, trailed by a little girl with a runny nose and no surviving family.

We all take a much-needed break from this mess, on a package holiday where the pool's electric blue is endless, while political and environmental collapse happen far away to someone else.

Zadie Smith presents a sharply alert and slyly prescient collection about time and place, identity and rebirth, the persistent legacies that haunt our present selves and the uncanny futures that rush up to meet us.

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