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Brothers
Asko Sahlberg
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Description for Brothers
Paperback. Finland, 1809. Henrik and Erik are brothers who fought on opposite sides in the war between Sweden and Russia. With peace declared, they both return to their snowed-in farm. But who is the master? Sexual tensions, old grudges, family secrets: all come to a head in this dark and gripping saga. Editor(s): Jeremiah, Emily. Translator(s): Jeremiah, Fleur. Num Pages: 112 pages. BIC Classification: FA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 164 x 196 x 12. Weight in Grams: 174.
Finland, 1809. Henrik and Erik are brothers who fought on opposite sides in the war between Sweden and Russia. With peace declared, they both return to their snowed-in farm. But who is the master? Sexual tensions, old grudges, family secrets: all come to a head in this dark and gripping saga. ------- Why Peirene chose to publish this book: 'This is a historical novel in miniature form. It deals in dark passions and delivers as many twists as a 500-page epic. And if that were not enough, each character speaks in a distinct voice and expresses a unique take on ... Read more
Finland, 1809. Henrik and Erik are brothers who fought on opposite sides in the war between Sweden and Russia. With peace declared, they both return to their snowed-in farm. But who is the master? Sexual tensions, old grudges, family secrets: all come to a head in this dark and gripping saga. ------- Why Peirene chose to publish this book: 'This is a historical novel in miniature form. It deals in dark passions and delivers as many twists as a 500-page epic. And if that were not enough, each character speaks in a distinct voice and expresses a unique take on ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Peirene Press
Number of pages
112
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
Weight
174g
Number of Pages
112
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780956284068
SKU
V9780956284068
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Ref
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About Asko Sahlberg
Asko Sahlberg, born 1964, has acquired a fame in Finland that has yet to be replicated in the English speaking world. He published his first novel in 2000 and has written steadily since then, completing his ninth work, The Brothers, in 2010.
Reviews for Brothers
'A brooding family drama that has something of the timeless quality of good soap opera.' Nicholas Lezard, GUARDIAN
- 'Intensely visual ... A brooding, atmospheric, Scandinavian late night movie.' Brandon Robshaw, INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY
- 'A heart-stoppingly intense historical novel of grand scope.' WHITE REVIEW
- 'This short, intense novel examines concepts of home, inheritance and the connection between personal ... Read more
- 'Intensely visual ... A brooding, atmospheric, Scandinavian late night movie.' Brandon Robshaw, INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY
- 'A heart-stoppingly intense historical novel of grand scope.' WHITE REVIEW
- 'This short, intense novel examines concepts of home, inheritance and the connection between personal ... Read more