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The Woman in the Dunes

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SKU: 9780141188522

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Trapped in a sand pit with a mysterious woman, an entomologist confronts the absurdity of existence in “The Woman in the Dunes.” This captivating novel by Kobo Abe explores themes of isolation, resilience, and the search for meaning in a world consumed by an endless struggle against nature. ISBN: 9780141188522

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Description

  • ISBN-13: 9780141188522
  • Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Height: 201 mm
  • No of Pages: 256
  • Series Title: Penguin Modern Classics
  • Weight: 194 gr
  • ISBN-10: 0141188529
  • Publisher Date: 28 Sep 2006
  • Depth: 19
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Spine Width: 16 mm
  • Width: 127 mm

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Weight 0.5 kg

14 reviews for The Woman in the Dunes

  1. Shivam

    A unique and haunting story. The exploration of human nature is fascinating. Not an easy read, but definitely worthwhile.

  2. Ankit Mathur

    It’s a pretty strange book to read, and it’s not one I’d probably read again, but I can respect how interesting of a book it is.

  3. Velayutham S

    The book was well written, but it didn’t grab my attention as much as I hoped. The sand motif felt overdone at points.

  4. Gargi Chaurasia

    I struggled to connect with the characters and found the plot somewhat tedious. Not my cup of tea, unfortunately. I was expecting more.

  5. Mohit Shukla

    A haunting exploration of the human condition. The stark imagery and philosophical depth are remarkable. I would read it again!

  6. Yasaswani Akula

    One of the best books I’ve read this year! The writing is superb, and the story is unforgettable. It is a must-read!

  7. Nilesh Vashisht

    I appreciated the symbolism, but the narrative felt repetitive. The woman’s resilience was inspiring, yet the story was depressing.

  8. Akshat Sharma

    Atmospheric and unsettling. The sand pit metaphor is powerful, but the philosophical musings felt a bit heavy-handed at times. Overall, a decent read.

  9. Anjaly Binoy

    Found the premise intriguing but the execution a little dull. I wanted more from the characters and the overall plot development.

  10. Kunal Sukhija

    A truly bizarre and thought-provoking novel. The sense of claustrophobia is palpable. It’s a challenging read but ultimately rewarding.

  11. Sandhya Ravi

    A strange and compelling novel. The themes of isolation and survival resonated deeply. Highly recommended for those seeking something different.

  12. Khushi Kaur Arora

    Abe’s writing is captivating, but the slow pace tested my patience. The ending left me pondering, though not entirely satisfied.

  13. Lakshay Pahuja

    This book stayed with me long after I finished it. A masterpiece of existential dread and unexpected beauty.

  14. Om Ashokkumar Sahitya

    The woman in the dunes book is the type of book where one may interpret the sand to mean any challenge in our lives and how to manage through those challenges.

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