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Closely Watched Trains

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SKU: 9780241290224

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Discover Bohumil Hrabal’s darkly comic masterpiece, “Closely Watched Trains” (ISBN: 9780241290224). A young apprentice stationmaster in Nazi-occupied Czechoslovakia navigates love, sabotage, and the absurdity of war. Experience this coming-of-age story by John Boyne with its blend of humor and pathos. Explore themes of resistance, identity, and the search for meaning in a world consumed by conflict. Perfect for fans of historical fiction and literary classics. Add “Closely Watched Trains” to your cart today!

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Description

  • ISBN-13: 9780241290224
  • Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Height: 130 mm
  • No of Pages: 96
  • Spine Width: 17 mm
  • Width: 198 mm
  • ISBN-10: 0241290228
  • Publisher Date: 30 Mar 2017
  • Depth: 8
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Weight: 80 gr

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Weight 0.5 kg

19 reviews for Closely Watched Trains

  1. Debashish Paul

    Found it to be somewhat dull. The storyline wasn’t as interesting as I had hoped. It was okay overall, but not great.

  2. Nidhish Kumar

    One of my favorite books! Hrabal’s writing is superb, and the story is both funny and deeply moving. A true masterpiece.

  3. Ankit Sharma

    I struggled to connect with the main character. It’s beautifully written, but the story didn’t fully resonate with me. It’s okay.

  4. Uday Teja Gudaparthi

    A darkly funny and ultimately sad story. Hrabal captures the absurdity of war perfectly through the eyes of his young protagonist.

  5. Navya Goyal

    The story felt disjointed in places, but the overall message about finding yourself in wartime was poignant. I appreciated the author’s style.

  6. Pranav

    The story beautifully illustrates the life of a young stationmaster navigating absurdity. Hrabal’s writing style is captivating and full of details.

  7. Aditya Chhaganbhai Boricha

    A wonderful book that mixes humor and tragedy seamlessly. A unique perspective on WWII. Highly recommended for all reader.

  8. Rupanjan Das

    I liked the setting and the historical context. The book gets better as it progresses. I’d recommend it for history buffs.

  9. Jayesh

    The plot line felt all over the place, it was hard to follow along with the main character. Overall, I did not enjoy this book.

  10. Ayush Raaj

    A charming and funny read about a young man’s coming-of-age during wartime. Some parts felt a little slow, but overall, a good book.

  11. Preethi Vardhan Yadav Golla

    While Hrabal’s writing is notable, the characters were not relatable. The book had moments of humor and sadness, but didn’t stick with me.

  12. Tanishq Goyal

    Interesting, but slow-paced. The humor is very dry, which might not appeal to everyone. A thought-provoking read, if you’re patient.

  13. Krishna N Hariharan

    It was a great read! Even though it was war time context, I could empathize with the characters. I loved it!

  14. Diksha Goyal

    A quirky and charming story. The characters are well-developed, and the humor is spot-on. A great choice for a light read.

  15. Anshul Yadav

    An extraordinary book! The blend of dark humor and war time drama created a fantastic plot. Definitely a must read for everyone!

  16. Aaditya Singh

    Not my usual type of book, but I was pleasantly surprised. The characters are very interesting. Definitely worth checking out.

  17. Pradaksh Chatter

    I found the book a bit strange and confusing at times, but the ending was powerful. It’s a unique take on WWII fiction.

  18. Pooja

    Hrabal’s writing is beautiful, and the story is both heartbreaking and hilarious. I especially enjoyed the characters. Highly recommended!

  19. Mridul Sharma

    A quick and enjoyable read. The humor is definitely dark, but it works. The protagonist is very relatable. I really liked it.

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