The Brothers by Asko Sahlberg
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 reality. I'm thrilled to be publishing a book that is as Finnish as a forest in winter - but that resembles a work from the American South: William Faulkner's As I Lay Dying.' Meike Ziervogel, Publisher
'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 and international conflict.' Max Liu, TIMES LITERARY SUPPLEMENT
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.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780956284068 |
| ISBN 10 | 095628406X |
| Title | The Brothers |
| Author | Asko Sahlberg |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Peirene Press Ltd |
| Year published | 2012-01-30 |
| Number of pages | 112 |
| Prizes | Long-listed for International IMPAC Dublin Literary Award 2014 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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