The Hearing Trumpet by Leonora Carrington
This novel is a surreal adventure that centers around Marian Leatherby, a 92-year-old woman who is given a hearing trumpet by her friend. The device reveals that her family is plotting to send her to a peculiar institution for the elderly. Once there, Marian becomes entangled in a bizarre narrative involving a post-apocalyptic ice age, a cult devoted to a goddess, and a plan to escape the oppressive confines of the institution. The narrative weaves together elements of fantasy, feminism, and black humor, presenting a critique of societal norms and the treatment of the elderly, all while exploring themes of transformation, liberation, and the interconnectedness of all life.
The 1687th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1974
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 158-224
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(3.5)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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