There But for the
There But for the by Ali Smith is a novel published by Penguin Books in 2012, featuring 356 pages in English. The story begins with a man who unexpectedly locks himself in a bedroom during a dinner party, setting off a chain of events that affects the hosts, guests, neighbors, and the broader community. Through this premise, Ali Smith explores the complexities of human relationships and the unexpected ways in which lives intersect.
Readers will find a blend of satire and literary exploration as the narrative unfolds, revealing the deeper layers of each character involved. The book delves into themes of family life and urban existence, presenting a playful yet serious examination of societal norms and personal connections. This edition invites readers into a unique narrative landscape where appearances can be deceiving, and the impact of a single action can resonate far beyond its initial moment.
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A sparkling satire from the Booker Prize-shortlisted, Women’s Prize-winning author of How to be both and the critically acclaimed Seasonal quartet
‘Playful, humorous, serious, profoundly clever and profoundly affecting’ Guardian
‘There once was a man who, one night between the main course and the sweet at a dinner party, went upstairs and locked himself in one of the bedrooms of the house of the people who were giving the dinner party . . .’
As time passes by and the consequences of this stranger’s actions ripple outwards, touching the owners, the guests, the neighbours and the whole country, so Ali Smith draws us into a beautiful, strange place where everyone is so much more than they first appear…
*****
‘Adventurous, intoxicating, dazzling. This is a novel with serious ambitions that remains huge fun to read’ Literary Review
‘Smith can make anything happen, which is why she is one of our most exciting writers today’ Daily Telegraph
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