Description
To be shipwrecked, but how? Lucien Deprijck's uniquely crafted book explores the theme of shipwreck in nine different ways. On deserted and inhabited islands, islands dangerous to life, paradisiacal, tropical, or stormy, destinies are fulfilled, dreams end, and new chances arise. Eighteen island episodes, along with the evocative illustrations of Christian Schneider, create a cohesive artistic work. The book ignites a desire for unknown worlds and tells of encounters with oneself, with people, and with fundamental questions. The stories, full of dramatic, mysterious, or absurdly comical situations, feature female protagonists unlike traditional Robinsonades and challenge established shipwreck clichés. "After all, one doesn't get shipwrecked every day, and when it does happen... and one is lucky enough to wash up on an island, it should be stylish," complains one of Deprijck's castaways, who is displeased to be welcomed by a crowd on the beach. Deprijck's variations on existential experiences of shipwreck are highly original and deeply human.
Information
Author: Deprijck Lucien
Language: Czech
Publication date: November 1, 2013
Manufacturer: Nakladatelství 65. pole - Mgr. Tomáš Brandejs
Genres: Novels, World fiction, Books, Fiction
Type: Hardcover books
Pages: 192
ISBN/EAN: 9788087506325