A Transient Guest, and Other Episodes - Couverture souple

Edgar Saltus

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 9361640631 ISBN 13 : 9789361640636

Editeur : Zinc Read, 2024

Synopsis

"A Transient Guest, and Other Episodes" features a series of short stories that offer glimpses into the lives of various characters, each grappling with their own hopes, dreams, and challenges. The stories cover a range of themes, including love, betrayal, ambition, and the human condition. The title story, "A Transient Guest," explores the encounter between two strangers—an elderly man and a young woman—at a hotel in the Swiss Alps. As they engage in conversation, they reveal their innermost thoughts and desires, leading to a surprising revelation about the nature of their connection. Other stories in the collection delve into themes such as revenge ("The Rival Scholars"), fate and destiny ("The Duel"), and the power of art ("A Tragedy of the Present"). Through his vivid characterizations and engaging storytelling, Saltus captures the complexities of human relationships and the universal desire for connection and understanding.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Zinc Read
• Date d'édition: 2024
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 9361640631
• ISBN 13: 9789361640636
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 62
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• Personne responsable: non disponible