The Line A Novel
The Line A Novel by Olga Grushin is a reprint edition published by Penguin Publishing Group on March 29, 2011. This 336-page work explores the anticipation surrounding the return of a famous exiled composer to Russia, as a line forms in response to whispered rumors of his last symphony. As the concert date remains unknown and the kiosk stays shuttered, the nameless strangers waiting in line begin to forge a community, united by their shared hopes and dreams.
Readers will find a narrative that delves into the themes of longing and transformation, as the characters evolve from anonymous individuals into a cohesive group. The story captures the essence of human connection and the enduring spirit of those who yearn for something extraordinary. Through this exploration, Grushin presents a poignant reflection on the power of dreams and the bonds that form in the face of uncertainty.
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An “utterly brilliant” (Library Journal) new novel from the author of the award-winning The Dream Life of Sukhanov.
The line begins to form on the whispered rumor that a famous exiled composer is returning to Russia to conduct his last symphony. Tickets will be limited. The concert date unknown. Nameless strangers join the line, jostling for preferred position. But as the seasons change and the kiosk remains shuttered, these anonymous souls evolve into a community. Bound together in their longing for something wonderful and miraculous, they allow themselves to dream. An utterly transformative work that speaks to the endurance of the human spirit, The Line confirms Grushin’s place in the pantheon of today’s most important new writers.
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