Books matching: surreal quest
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Save:A truly one-of-a-kind fever dream - bizarre, bold, and bursting with mythic energy. Not for everyone, but unforgettable for those in the mood for something completely original.
I was a palm-winedrinkard since I was a boy of ten years of age. I had no other workmore than to drink palm-wine in my life. In those days we did notknow other money, except COWRIES, so that everythin... - #2
Save:A dreamlike romp through 1970s Japan with a surreal quest at its heart - A Wild Sheep Chase is Murakami in full whimsical, mysterious form. Not for everyone, but a treat for those who love strange, thought-provoking fiction.
The day of the funeral, I took a streetcar from Waseda. I got off near the end of the line. The map proved about as helpful as a globe would have been. I ended up buying pack after pack of cigarettes,... - #3
Save:A delightfully bizarre, thematically rich book that’s best experienced rather than decoded. Read it for the atmosphere, the journey, and the feeling of being swept along a literary fever dream. Perfect for open-minded readers up for an adventure in magical realism - just don’t expect all the answers.
Cash isn't the only thing I take from my father's study when I leave home. I take a small, old gold lighter—I like the design and feel of it—and a folding knife with a really sharp blade. Made to skin... - #4
Save:A weird, wild, and wickedly original pirate adventure with a sharp edge - perfect for readers who love high-seas action, strong heroines, and a big shot of bizarre. Not for the faint of heart, but unforgettable for the brave.
Imagine my surprise when, after three centuries of fighting with siblings over a spare furry teat and licking my water from a bowl, I was given a huge human nipple, all to myself, filled with warm mot... - #5
Save:Michael Cisco's novel, The Tyrant, is a surreal journey that meanders through a strange dreamlike world filled with bizarre characters and unsettling imagery. The story follows a fifteen-year-old genius named Ella, who assists the enigmatic Dr. Belhoria in researching a young man capable of astral projection, creating a paradox between life and death. As the plot unfolds, it delves into themes of love and the afterlife, while chronicling a quest filled with nightmarish landscapes and an elusive, malevolent figure known as The Tyrant, who exerts a chilling influence throughout the narrative.
The writing style is rich and poetic, often resembling stream-of-consciousness, which can be both captivating and perplexing. Although the prose is beautiful, readers may find the plot's logic elusive as it follows more of a dream-like fluidity rather than a structured storyline. While The Tyrant may not satisfy those seeking conventional horror or romance, it offers a unique thought experiment that pushes the boundaries of the typical narrative form. The novel serves as an accessible entry point into Cisco's work, blending realism and fantasy into a mesmerizing exploration beyond the veils of life and death.
Our Ariadne has brushed by you—in every city. You need only turn aside to see her at your elbow, a plain, dark-haired girl. She sits by the door in a complicated big bundle; the other passengers give... - #6
Save:Veniss Underground is a deliciously bizarre, unsettling ride through a city of horrors and wonders - perfect for adventurous readers who crave mind-bending fiction.
Let me tell you why I wished to buy a meerkat at Quin's Shanghai Circus. Let me tell you about the city: The city is sharp, the city is a cliché performed with cardboard and painted sparkly colors to... - #7
Save:In "Nova Swing" by M. John Harrison, readers are transported to the world of Saudade, where pieces of the Kefahuchi Tract have fallen, causing a strange and dangerous zone within the city. The story follows characters like Vic Serotonin, a tour guide who takes people into the zone, and Lens Aschemann, a detective in Site Crime, as they navigate the mysterious events unfolding in this surreal and noir-inspired setting. The book delves into themes of decay, transformation, and the blurred lines between reality and imagination, all set against the backdrop of a city shaped by alien enigmas and cosmic anomalies.
Harrison's writing style in "Nova Swing" is described as surreal, poetic, and noir, fusing elements of science fiction with a dark and atmospheric narrative. The book offers a unique blend of unconventional storytelling, innovative science fiction concepts, and complex characterization, creating a compelling and immersive reading experience for those intrigued by strange worlds and enigmatic mysteries.
Vic Serotonin sat in a bar on Straint Street, just outside the aureole of the Saudade event, in conversation with a fat man from another planet who called himself Antoyne. They had been playing dice a...
(Also, see 63 recommendations for the series Kefahuchi Tract ) - #8
Save:A weird, wild, wordy masterpiece – hilarious, sprawling, and at times exhausting. It’s a serious commitment but a legendary landmark in the history of satire. Read for the wild ride (and bragging rights).
The text of the first Two Books of Rabelais has been reprinted from the first edition (1653) of Urquhart's translation. Footnotes initialled 'M.' are drawn from the Maitland Club edition (1838); other... - #9
Save:A dazzling, puzzling, and sometimes maddening trip - perfect for intrepid readers hungry for something playful and thought-provoking, but not a great fit if you crave tidy answers or traditional storytelling.
One summer afternoon Mrs Oedipa Maas came home from a Tupper-ware party whose hostess had put perhaps too much kirsch in the fondue to find that she, Oedipa, had been named executor, or she supposed e... - #10
Save:A gently eerie and heartfelt middle-grade adventure about friendship, change, and the power of stories - perfect for tweens who enjoy ghostly mysteries with lots of heart.
POPPY SET DOWN ONE OF THE MERMAID DOLLS CLOSE to the stretch of asphalt road that represented the Blackest Sea. They were old—bought from Goodwill—with big shiny heads, different-colored tails, and fr...
