Karen Connelly explores the resilience of the human spirit and the depths of vulnerability in her profoundly moving works. Her writing is characterized by a lyrical and penetrating style, often employing poetic language to convey deep emotions and intricate relationships. Connelly's narratives resonate with readers globally, who connect with her honesty and her remarkable ability to find beauty in the everyday. Her contribution to literature stands as a testament to hope and endurance, offering readers an immersive and thought-provoking journey.
This new edition of a classic features updated material, including photos and maps, alongside an insightful afterword by Karen Connelly. Originally published in 1993 and awarded the Governor General's Award, the book offers a personal and immersive account of Connelly's experiences in Thailand, capturing the culture and landscapes of the region. The added content enhances the original narrative, providing readers with a richer understanding of her journey.
Exploring themes of travel and personal experience, this volume features two significant works by award-winning poet Karen Connelly. "The Small Words in My Body," written during her teenage years, reflects her early poetic journey and won the Pat Lowther Award. It is complemented by "The Disorder of Love," which is regarded as her most intimate piece, delving into her emotional landscape. Additionally, a new essay offers insights into her earlier poetry and her travels, enriching the reader's understanding of her artistic evolution.
Teza once electrified the people of Burma with his protest songs against the dictatorship. Arrested by the Burmese secret police in the days of mass protest, he is seven years into a twenty-year sentence in solitary confinement, cut off from his family and contact with other prisoners. Enduring the harsh conditions with resourcefulness, Buddhist patience and humour, he searches for news and human connection in every being and object that is grudgingly allowed into his cell. Despite his isolation, Teza has a profound influence on the world of the cage. He inspires the conscience-ridden senior jailer to radical change. His very existence challenges the brutal authority of Handsome, the junior jailer. Even though his server, the criminal Sein Yun, sees compromising the singer as a ticket out of jail, Teza befriends him, risking falling into the trap of forbidden conversation, food and the most dangerous contraband of all, paper and pen. Lastly there's Little Brother, an orphan child growing up inside the walls. Teza and the boy are prisoners of different orders, but their extraordinary friendship frees both of them in utterly surprising ways. Overturning our expectations, Karen Connelly presents us with a mystifying world that celebrates the human spirit, and spirit itself, in the midst of injustice and violence.
Eliza Keenan leads a seemingly perfect life as a devoted mother, successful business owner, and loving wife, yet feels an emptiness in her intimate life. Her routine is disrupted when she meets a captivating stranger, nicknamed 'the Amazon,' at the community pool. This encounter ignites a passionate affair that challenges Eliza's values and threatens her family stability. As their relationship deepens, Eliza grapples with the intensity of their connection and the implications of her choices, exploring the boundaries of desire and fulfillment.
Als die junge Kanadierin Karen Conelly in Bangkok auf dem Flughafen ankommt, ist für sie ein Traum in Erfüllung gegangen..sie muß so schnell wie möglich thailändisch lernen, weil in der Gastfamilie niemand englisch spricht.