Phoenix Extravagant by Yoon Ha Lee
Gyen Jebi, a jobless Hwagugin artist struggling under Razanei occupation, is recruited by the Ministry of Armor to paint the sigils animating Razans automaton soldiers. But when Jebi discovers the depths of Razans crimesand the awful source of the magical pigments they usethey determine to steal the ministrys dragon automaton and fight
“A powerful, deeply moving book that is a wonderful read, without question one of the best of the year” -- Every Book a Doorway * Every Book a Doorway *
"This is a story about the intersection between art and culture; it's about how art isn't frivolous but vital, especially in times of turmoil. A thought-provoking and very timely book." * SciFiNow *
"Phoenix Extravagant is a book containing ruminations on imperialism, the function and sanctity of art, acculturation, and the morality of love. It also contains a bloody big and unexpectedly adorable mechanical dragon." -- Jonathan L. Howard
‘A story of art, love, human connection, the power of creation, colonialism, and the roles we all have to play in fighting oppression.’
“An arresting tale of loyalty, identity, and the power of art... Lee’s masterful storytelling is sure to wow.” * Publishers Weekly *
‘A fiercely original and enchanting new fantasy.’
‘Powerful. Unforgettable. This is another amazing piece of work, and I have the feeling I need to read it again to get it fully!’
"This is a story about the intersection between art and culture; it's about how art isn't frivolous but vital, especially in times of turmoil. A thought-provoking and very timely book." * SciFiNow *
"Phoenix Extravagant is a book containing ruminations on imperialism, the function and sanctity of art, acculturation, and the morality of love. It also contains a bloody big and unexpectedly adorable mechanical dragon." -- Jonathan L. Howard
‘A story of art, love, human connection, the power of creation, colonialism, and the roles we all have to play in fighting oppression.’
“An arresting tale of loyalty, identity, and the power of art... Lee’s masterful storytelling is sure to wow.” * Publishers Weekly *
‘A fiercely original and enchanting new fantasy.’
‘Powerful. Unforgettable. This is another amazing piece of work, and I have the feeling I need to read it again to get it fully!’
Yoon Ha Lee's novel Ninefox Gambit came out from Solaris in 2016 to massive critical acclaim and was short-listed for the Arthur C. Clarke, Hugo and Nebula Awards. It won the Best First Novel Award in the Locus Awards and the Reddit Fantasy Award. His story collection Conservation of Shadows was released by Prime Books in 2013. He lives in Louisiana with his family and an extremely lazy cat, and has not yet been eaten by gators.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781781089194 |
| ISBN 10 | 1781089191 |
| Title | Phoenix Extravagant |
| Author | Yoon Ha Lee |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Rebellion Publishing Ltd. |
| Year published | 2021-08-19 |
| Number of pages | 464 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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