By Any Other Name (häftad)
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Inbunden (Hardback)
Språk
Engelska
Antal sidor
544
Utgivningsdatum
2024-10-10
Förlag
Michael Joseph Ltd
Dimensioner
45 x 242 x 162 mm
Vikt
792 g
ISBN
9780241676042

By Any Other Name

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The Number 1 New York Times bestseller from the author of My Sisters Keeper and Mad Honey 'Her best one yet JOJO MOYES 'A timeless classic CHRIS WHITAKER -- Student playwright Melina Green finds that even in New York, her words will struggle to make the stage, when the power is held by men. Inspired by the life of her ancestor Emilia Bassano, a gifted and witty storyteller herself, Melina takes a lesson from history, and submits a play under a male pseudonym . . . As Melina discovers more of Emilias extraordinary life in Elizabethan England, she is determined to right the wrongs of the past and finally tell her story. Two women centuries apart are both forced to hide behind another name. But can either make their voices heard? -- 'A likeable heroine and a fun, readable evocation of Elizabethan court life and theatre' The Times 'Stunning. So interesting, clever, educational and moving. One of the best books I've read in recent times' GILLIAN McALLISTER '[An] inspiring work of feminist literature' ELLE 'Had me absolutely captivated . . . I loved all the questions this novel raised about who gets to tell which stories and how complex that can become. Jodi Picoult is a genius' JENNIFER SAINT 'Timely and affecting . . . Picoults many, many fans will pounce on her latest incisive, pot-stirring tale' BOOKLIST, Starred 'Youll fall in love with Emilia Bassano, the unforgettable heroine based on a real woman that Picoult brings vividly to life. Book clubs will embrace this rich, inspiring story' KRISTIN HANNAH 'A blend of historical fiction and modern-day settings, the novel gives us timelines that intertwine and surprise. Picoult has done her research' HARPER'S BAZAAR 'Picoult creates a richly detailed portrait of daily life in Elizabethan England, from sumptuous castles to seedy hovels. . . A vibrant tale of a remarkable woman' KIRKUS Jodi Picoult, New York Times bestseller, April 2023 Jodi Picoult's books have sold 40 million copies worldwide, BBC May 2024 Jodi Picoult, New York Times bestseller, September 2024
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A likeable heroine and a fun, readable evocation of Elizabethan court life and theatre * The Times * Her best one yet. Jodi Picoult has combined her trademark research with an astonishing and heart-rending story, embedded in truth, and turned it into a gripping novel -- Jojo Moyes Impressively researched and beautifully written. A gripping, masterful work * Daily Express * Stunning. So interesting, clever, educational and moving. One of the best books I've read in recent times -- Gillian McAllister, bestselling author of <i>Wrong Place, Wrong Time</i> A heartfelt, inspiring and deeply thought-provoking look at identity, strength and struggle. Meticulously researched, beautiful and original, By Any Other Name is a timeless classic from one of our great storytellers -- Chris Whitaker, Sunday Times bestselling author of <i>All The Colours of the Dark</i> By Any Other Name had me absolutely captivated . . . I loved all the questions this novel raised about who gets to tell which stories and how complex that can become. The importance of women's role in storytelling is something very close to my heart, and this was such a thought-provoking, evocative, fascinating and moving exploration of the topic. Jodi Picoult is a genius and this might be my favourite of her books so far -- Jennifer Saint, <i>Sunday Times</i> bestselling author of <i>Ariadne</i> A fun jaunt through Elizabethan London, full of literary easter eggs * Independent * Perennial best-seller Picoult takes on another hot-button topic sure to ignite controversy and conversation: the question of Shakespearean authorship. . . . [A] timely and affecting tale. . . . Picoults many, many fans will pounce on her latest incisive, pot-stirring tale, while the Shakespearean theme will attract even more readers * Booklist, Starred * Youll fall in love with Emilia Bassano, the unforgettable heroine based on a real woman that Picoult brings vividly to life in her brilliantly-researched new novel. Jodi Picoults books always start passionate conversations, and this one is sure to get people talking. Book clubs will embrace this rich, inspiring story -- Kristin Hannah, #1 <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author of <i>The Nightingale</i> Riveting * i *

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Jodi Picoult is the author of 29 novels, with 40 million copies sold worldwide. She has had 17 Sunday Times number one bestsellers. Five novels have been made into movies and Between The Lines (co-written with daughter Samantha van Leer) has been adapted as a musical. She is the recipient of multiple awards, including the New England Bookseller Award for Fiction, the Alex Award from the YA Library Services Association, and the NH Literary Award for Outstanding Literary Merit. She is also the co-librettist for the musicals BREATHE and THE BOOK THIEF, which debuted in the UK in 2022. She lives in New Hampshire with her husband.