Catherine McNamara Books
Catherine McNamara's stories delve into the sensual boundaries between people and the alluring otherness of place. Her narratives explore the delicate line between shared experience and the allure of the unknown, both in human connection and geographical setting. McNamara is celebrated for her profound exploration of the human psyche and how our surroundings shape us. Readers will find her work distinguished by its lyrical prose and insightful commentary on the complexities of existence.
The Cartography Of Others takes us from fumy Accra to suburban Sydney, from scruffy Paris to pre-fundamentalist Mali. Each bewitchingly recounted story conveys a location as vital as the fitful, contemplative characters themselves. Lives are mapped, unpicked, and crafted across vivid, lingering terrains.
The Carnal Fugues
- 272 pages
- 10 hours of reading
Exploring themes of displacement and desire, the collection features characters grappling with love and loss across diverse settings. A Japanese soprano seeks solace in Corsica after losing her voice, while a South African executive navigates his new life in Accra. Destructive relationships unfold as lovers confront their vulnerabilities in places like Bamako. The stories delve into the complexities of human connection, showcasing the tension between weakness and defiance in the pursuit of love.