Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
370
Language
English
Published
Oct 14, 2014
Publisher
Tin House Books
ISBN-10
1935639927
ISBN-13
9781935639923
Description
In a secluded nursing home in South Carolina, life takes on unexpected forms as the past intertwines with the present. An elderly woman, confined to her wheelchair and battling her own limitations, begins to experience a resurgence of memories and imaginations that evoke a realm long forgotten. Her fragmented recollections serve as a window into a forgotten wildness, revealing a deeper connection to the natural world that once surrounded her.
Amidst the sterile environment of the nursing home, the story unfolds with a vivid exploration of memory, loss, and the primal instincts that lie dormant within us. As she navigates the complexities of her existence, the boundaries between reality and dreams blur, inviting both the woman and her caretakers to rediscover the wild spirit that thrives within the heart of humanity. This poignant narrative emphasizes the resilience of the human spirit, capturing the beauty and chaos of life, no matter the circumstances.
Amidst the sterile environment of the nursing home, the story unfolds with a vivid exploration of memory, loss, and the primal instincts that lie dormant within us. As she navigates the complexities of her existence, the boundaries between reality and dreams blur, inviting both the woman and her caretakers to rediscover the wild spirit that thrives within the heart of humanity. This poignant narrative emphasizes the resilience of the human spirit, capturing the beauty and chaos of life, no matter the circumstances.
Genres
Science Fiction
Dystopian
Young Adult
Humor