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Alan Bennett
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Number of Pages
96
Age Group
All
Language
English
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Book Summary
It’s a work of fiction told in lyrical prose, weaving dreamlike imagery with meditations on art, ownership, and the liberating act of releasing treasured objects into the world. The central theme is emancipation through mobility—the idea that possessions can travel and transform when given space to roam. Designed for adult readers who enjoy surreal, art-inflected storytelling and a quietly adventurous mood, it offers a contemplative, imaginative reading experience.
The content unfolds as a story-led exploration, with shifting scenes that feel like strolling through rooms, markets, and imagined exhibitions. The narrative relies on vivid, evocative imagery to cultivate a distinctive rhythm, inviting readers to linger on ideas rather than chase a fast ending. Readers move through a world where a park becomes a jungle and a bath sits on a billiard table, prompting reflections on memory, value, and freedom.
Although rooted in fiction, the tone remains reflective and playful, rewarding careful reading and personal interpretation. The journey centers on a roaming artist and a thoughtful householder as they navigate abundance, clutter, and the urge to let beauty travel beyond the walls.
After finishing, readers gain a softened perspective on possessions and wonder about the journeys objects can take. It fosters curiosity, invites reflective mood, and leaves a lasting impression of art as a roaming, transformative force.
Product Details
Author
Alan Bennett
Publisher
Penguin Random House
Number of Pages
96
Language
English
SKU
9780571309801
ISBN
9780571309801
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
12.5x0.5x20cm
Binding
Hardback
MRP: ₹ 1,199
₹ 1,140
₹ 59 Off