A Stranger In Olondria by Sofia Samatar
Being the Complete Memoirs of the Mystic, Jevick of Tyom
The novel explores the transformative power of literature through the eyes of a young pepper merchant from a remote island who, upon visiting the sophisticated and literate land of Olondria, becomes haunted by the ghost of an illiterate girl. As he navigates the complex cultural landscape, he finds himself embroiled in a political and religious conflict surrounding the nature of literacy, storytelling, and the written word. The protagonist's journey is a rich tapestry of sensory experiences and a poignant meditation on the ways in which stories define and give meaning to our lives.
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- Published
- 2013
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 300-350
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
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- A Stranger in Olondria
- Cudzoziemiec W Olondrii
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This book is on the following 5 lists:
- 8th on The 50 Best Fantasy Books of All Time (Esquire Magazine)
- Robert Holdstock Award (British Fantasy Society)
- The 100 Best Fantasy Books of All Time (Time)
- World Fantasy Award—Novel (World Fantasy Awards)
- Your 50 Favorite Science Fiction and Fantasy Books of The Past Decade(2011-2021) (NPR)