Jasper Fforde is a master of language, renowned for his unique ability to blend literary tradition with absurd comedy. His works, often set in alternate realities, explore the boundaries of fiction and the nature of storytelling. With a keen eye for detail and unexpected twists, Fforde crafts worlds where characters can move between books and history takes on entirely new forms. His innovative approach to genre and playful examination of literary conventions make him an unforgettable author.
As the concluding installment of the Thursday Next series, this novel brings a long-awaited resolution to the narrative threads developed over the previous books. Set in a unique literary universe, it promises to delve into themes of fiction and reality, offering fans a blend of humor, adventure, and clever storytelling. With its intricate plot and beloved characters, it aims to satisfy the expectations built over the years since the last release.
Thirteen years after the smash-hit Shades of Grey, Eddie Russett and Jane Grey are about to embark on a new adventure ...
Imagine a world where your position in society depended on what bit of the colour spectrum you could see. This is the world inhabited by Eddie Russett (red, middle-level) and Jane Grey (monochromatic, lowest in society). Eddie and Jane must negotiate the delicate Chromatic politics of society to find out what the 'Something that Happened' actually was, how society got to be this way, and crucially, is there Somewhere Else beyond their borders - and if there is, could there be Someone Else, too, someone whose unseen hand has been guiding the fortunes and misfortunes of the nation for the past 500 years?It's a tale of a young couple's thirst for justice and answers in an implacably rigid society, where the prisoners are also the guards, and cages of convention bind the citizens to only one way of thinking - or suffer the consequences. . ..
Exploring the duality of time, this book delves into the interplay between the future and the past, revealing how our fears and aspirations shape our experiences. It presents a collection of narratives that intertwine personal histories with speculative futures, examining themes of courage and anxiety. Through diverse characters and thought-provoking scenarios, it challenges readers to confront their own perceptions of time and the impact of their choices. The result is a compelling reflection on the human condition and the complexities of existence.
The final instalment of the Last Dragonslayer Chronicles, demonstrating that with a small band of committed followers, a large tin of resolve and steely determination, almost anything can be achieved...
Jasper Fforde's Sunday Times bestselling new fantastical satire: what happens when a family of human-sized, human-like rabbits moves in next door?
Jasper Fforde's fantastical new satire - what happens when a family of human-sized, human-like rabbits moves in next door?
Miniature paintings unlock the door to a thorough re-examination of the ubiquitous 'classical' medallion design in Persian carpets, revealing an artistic revolution comparable to that which occurred at the same time in Renaissance Italy. číst celé
Jasper Fforde's first standalone novel - full of the imagination, wit and intelligence that has made Fforde a Number One bestseller.
Sixteen-year-old Jennifer Strange faces the impossible when the mighty Shandar emerges from his preserved state and presents her with a task that sends her and her companions on a journey from which they may never return.
