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The Pier Falls

And Other Stories

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Exploring themes of isolation and the complex connections between individuals, this collection features a diverse range of characters facing profound moments in their lives. From a man's life altered by a fateful afternoon to a mythical princess abandoned amid war, each story delves into emotional depths. The titular piece highlights a collective catastrophe that shapes its victims, showcasing Haddon's signature empathy and inventive storytelling. Drawing from history and myth, the collection reveals a new facet of the acclaimed author’s narrative prowess.

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The Pier Falls, Mark Haddon

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2017
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Subtitle
And Other Stories
Language
English
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Paperback
Pages
320
ISBN13
9781101970133
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First published
2016
Original title
The Pier Falls
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Exploring themes of isolation and the complex connections between individuals, this collection features a diverse range of characters facing profound moments in their lives. From a man's life altered by a fateful afternoon to a mythical princess abandoned amid war, each story delves into emotional depths. The titular piece highlights a collective catastrophe that shapes its victims, showcasing Haddon's signature empathy and inventive storytelling. Drawing from history and myth, the collection reveals a new facet of the acclaimed author’s narrative prowess.