Alentejo Blue
Alentejo Blue
paperback
Published:
5 June, 2007
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Description
Set in a small Portuguese village, Alentejo Blue is a story of displacement and modernization told through the lives of the locals and of people who are just passing through. The residents of Mamarrosa whose ancestors occupy the graveyards are restless and struggle to make a living. They watch as tourists and expats move in.
Monica Ali's characters are profoundly sympathetic. Her understanding of their dreams, desires, and disappointments is rare and moving. Alentejo Blue is evidence that Monica Ali is one of the most gifted voices of her generation.
More Details
| Type | Book |
|---|---|
| ISBN13 | 9780743293044 |
| ISBN10 | 0743293045 |
| Number Of Pages | 240 |
| Item Weight | 222 g |
| Product Dimensions | 169 x 203 x 14 mm |
| Publisher / Reseller | Simon & Schuster |
| Format | paperback |
Media Reviews
The beauty of Ali's writing gives her a starring role in this literary generation. -- USA Today
This stunningly crafted fiction will knock you off your feet. -- O, The Oprah Magazine
With its supple prose and acute insights...Alentejo Blue establishes definitively that Monica Ali is a major literary talent. -- Entertainment Weekly
The prodigiously gifted Monica Ali demonstrates her ability and hints at the breadth and variety of her interests. -- The New York Times