The Peculiar Life of a Lonely Postman by Denis Th?riault (English) Paperback Boo

Description: The Peculiar Life of a Lonely Postman by Denis Thériault, Liedewy Hawke For readers of The Hen Who Dreamed She Could Fly and The Guest Cat comes this passionate, bittersweet love story that will move readers old and young FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Secretly steaming open envelopes and reading the letters inside, Bilodo has found an escape from his lonely and routine life as a postman. When one day he comes across a mysterious letter containing only a single haiku, he finds himself avidly caught up in the relationship between a long-distance couple who write to each other using only beautiful poetry. He feasts on their words, vicariously living a life for which he longs. But it will only be a matter of time before his world comes crashing down around him...An instant hit on first publication when it was selected for Simon Mayos BBC Radio 2 Book Club, this beautifully packaged new edition is the ideal primer for Theriaults much anticipated sequel, The Postmans Fiancee, which will be published in Australia in August. Notes A reissue of the bittersweet love story that was a hit upon its publication, this is reissued in anticipation of the publication of the sequel, The Postmans Fiancee. Bilodo escapes a lonely life by steaming open envelopes and reading the letters inside, but when he comes across a mysterious letter containing only a single haiku, he finds himself caught up in a long distance relationship. Author Biography Denis Theriault is an award-winning author and screenwriter living in Montreal, Canada. The Peculiar Life of a Lonely Postman is his second novel and a much anticipated sequel, The Postmans Fiancee (Oneworld) will be published in Australia in 2017. Review Its republication could – and should – establish it as a lost and found gem. * The Independent, UK *Enchanting, philosophically astute and deeply poignant. * John Burnside *Quirky and charming with a well-executed denouement, this novella brings to mind nothing less than a giddily-lovesick Kafka. * Guardian *A captivating philosophical tale. * Le Devoir, Canada *A love story between two people whove never met, thanks to the magic of a deepening correspondence. In times of internet and social networking, Thériault succeeds in offering fine and spirited promotion for letters. * Le Figaro, France *...an intense and very deep meaningful ending…I would recommend this book. * A Bibliophiles Book Blog review * Promotional For readers of The Hen Who Dreamed She Could Fly and The Guest Cat comes this passionate, bittersweet love story that will move readers old and young Review Text Its republication could - and should - establish it as a lost and found gem. Review Quote Quirky and charming with a well-executed denouement, this novella brings to mind nothing less than a giddily-lovesick Kafka. Promotional "Headline" For readers of The Hen Who Dreamed She Could Fly and The Guest Cat comes this passionate, bittersweet love story that will move readers old and young Details ISBN1786070537 Pages 144 Publisher Oneworld Publications Year 2017 Translator Liedewy Hawke ISBN-10 1786070537 ISBN-13 9781786070531 Format Paperback Publication Date 2017-02-02 Media Book Imprint Oneworld Publications Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 843.92 Language English UK Release Date 2017-02-02 NZ Release Date 2017-02-02 Author Liedewy Hawke Audience General AU Release Date 2017-03-28 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:101525502;

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