Long Story Short - A Short Story Collection
بواسطة
Jodi Taylor
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Science Fiction
تنسيق
كيندل
صفحات
301
لغة
الإنجليزية
منشور
Jul 11, 2019
الناشر
Headline
رقم ISBN-10
1472266749
رقم ISBN-13
9781472266743
الوصف
In a vibrant tapestry woven with threads of humor and ingenuity, Jodi Taylor crafts a collection of short stories that transport readers through various dimensions of time and imagination. Each tale invites individuals to witness escapades that span from the raucous streets of Victorian London to the curious realms of scientific discovery. This assortment reflects Taylor's keen ability to blend historical context with inventive narratives, making each story a delightful journey.
The characters that populate these narratives are as diverse as the eras they traverse, embodying both the spirit of their times and the universal themes of human experience. Readers will find themselves amidst charming mischief-makers, brilliant inventors, and perhaps a few whimsical surprises along the way. Taylor’s signature wit shines throughout as she leads the audience down unexpected paths, highlighting both the folly and brilliance of humanity.
There’s an enchanting rhythm to the storytelling, where each short piece feels complete yet integrated into the larger schema of life, capturing fleeting moments in an eternal dance. With her engaging prose, her ability to weave humor into the fabric of serious undertakings is on full display, reminding us that laughter and intellect often go hand in hand.
In this delightful collection, Taylor invites readers to pause and reflect—on history, innovation, and the quirks of the human condition—celebrating not just moments of chaos but also those flashes of brilliance that define our shared existence. Each story beckons one to ponder, chuckle, and ultimately find connection in the beautifully chaotic journey of life.
The characters that populate these narratives are as diverse as the eras they traverse, embodying both the spirit of their times and the universal themes of human experience. Readers will find themselves amidst charming mischief-makers, brilliant inventors, and perhaps a few whimsical surprises along the way. Taylor’s signature wit shines throughout as she leads the audience down unexpected paths, highlighting both the folly and brilliance of humanity.
There’s an enchanting rhythm to the storytelling, where each short piece feels complete yet integrated into the larger schema of life, capturing fleeting moments in an eternal dance. With her engaging prose, her ability to weave humor into the fabric of serious undertakings is on full display, reminding us that laughter and intellect often go hand in hand.
In this delightful collection, Taylor invites readers to pause and reflect—on history, innovation, and the quirks of the human condition—celebrating not just moments of chaos but also those flashes of brilliance that define our shared existence. Each story beckons one to ponder, chuckle, and ultimately find connection in the beautifully chaotic journey of life.