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Ties

by Domenico Starnone, Jhumpa Lahiri
Ties - Thryft
Ties - Thryft

Intimate dissection of a fracturing marriage.

"Ties" lingers with you; it's more than just a glimpse into a troubled marriage. Starnone masterfully conjures the complex layers of love, commitment, and regret. You'll find yourself entangled in Vanda and Aldo's history, pondering the delicate threads that hold relationships together. It's a thought-provoking read that may prompt you to examine your own 'ties.'

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

Ties

by Domenico Starnone, Jhumpa Lahiri
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ISBN: 9781609453855
Authors: Domenico Starnone, Jhumpa Lahiri
Publisher: Europa Editions
Date of Publication: 2017-03-07
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Romance, Literary Fiction, Drama, Contemporary
Related Topics: Italian Literature, Literature
Goodreads rating: 3.95
(rated by 19687 readers)

Description

Italy, 1970s. Like many marriages, Vanda and Aldo’s has been subject to strain, attrition, and the burden of routine. Yet it has survived intact. Or so things appear. The rupture in their marriage lies years in the past, but if one looks closely enough, the fissures and fault lines are evident. It is a cracked vase that may shatter at the slightest touch. Or perhaps it has already shattered, and nobody is willing to acknowledge the fact. Domenico Starnone’s thirteenth work of fiction is a powerful short novel about relationships, family, love, and the ineluctable consequences of one’s actions. Known as a consummate stylist and beloved as a talented storyteller, Domenico Starnone is the winner of Italy’s most prestigious literary award, the Strega.
 

Intimate dissection of a fracturing marriage.

"Ties" lingers with you; it's more than just a glimpse into a troubled marriage. Starnone masterfully conjures the complex layers of love, commitment, and regret. You'll find yourself entangled in Vanda and Aldo's history, pondering the delicate threads that hold relationships together. It's a thought-provoking read that may prompt you to examine your own 'ties.'

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.