How to Stop Time A Novel
How to Stop Time A Novel by Matt Haig is a reprint edition published by Penguin on June 11, 2019. This 352-page novel explores the life of Tom Hazard, an ordinary history teacher who harbors a remarkable secret: he has lived for centuries. The narrative follows Tom as he navigates various historical periods, from Elizabethan England to Jazz-Age Paris, while grappling with the challenges of his unique existence and the imperative to avoid falling in love.
Readers will find a blend of fiction, historical elements, and science fiction themes throughout the story. The novel delves into Tom’s experiences and the philosophical questions surrounding life and time. As he attempts to maintain his anonymity and evade his past, the book presents a thoughtful examination of what it means to truly live. This edition is available in English and offers a rich tapestry of historical and literary contexts for those interested in time travel narratives.
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From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Midnight Library, “a quirky romcom dusted with philosophical observations….A delightfully witty…poignant novel.” (The Washington Post)
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Tom Hazard has a dangerous secret. He may look like an ordinary 41-year-old history teacher, but he’s been alive for centuries. From Elizabethan England to Jazz-Age Paris, from New York to the South Seas, Tom has seen it all. As long as he keeps changing his identity he can keep one step ahead of his past – and stay alive. The only thing he must not do is fall in love . . .
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