Description
In a world where dreams can blur the lines between reality and imagination, a young girl named Marianne finds herself navigating strange landscapes and confronting her deepest fears. Haunted by an illness that confines her to bed, Marianne's only escape is through the vivid dreams that transport her to a fantastical realm. There, she encounters peculiar characters and objects infused with symbolic meaning, each playing a crucial role in her journey toward self-discovery and resilience.
As Marianne explores this dream world, she grapples with themes of loneliness, friendship, and the quest for understanding. The intricacies of her fantastical adventures offer reflections on her own life, inviting readers to ponder the significance of dreams in shaping personal growth. Each encounter becomes a stepping stone on her path to reclaiming her sense of agency and courage in the face of adversity.
Storr's storytelling intricately weaves the threads of reality and surrealism, immersing readers in Marianne's emotional landscape. Delightfully engaging and deeply thought-provoking, the narrative challenges perceptions of what it means to dream and confront one's own fears.
Through Marianne's journey, readers are reminded of the power of imagination and the importance of hope in overcoming life's obstacles, making this exploration of dreams a timeless tale of resilience and courage.
As Marianne explores this dream world, she grapples with themes of loneliness, friendship, and the quest for understanding. The intricacies of her fantastical adventures offer reflections on her own life, inviting readers to ponder the significance of dreams in shaping personal growth. Each encounter becomes a stepping stone on her path to reclaiming her sense of agency and courage in the face of adversity.
Storr's storytelling intricately weaves the threads of reality and surrealism, immersing readers in Marianne's emotional landscape. Delightfully engaging and deeply thought-provoking, the narrative challenges perceptions of what it means to dream and confront one's own fears.
Through Marianne's journey, readers are reminded of the power of imagination and the importance of hope in overcoming life's obstacles, making this exploration of dreams a timeless tale of resilience and courage.
Book Details
Format
Hardcover
Pages
192 pages
Language
English
Published
May 3, 1989
Publisher
Lutterworth Press
Editions
9 editions
ISBN-10
0718827686
ISBN-13
9780718827687
Genres
Science Fiction
Horror
Fantasy