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Cutting It Short

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SKU: 9780241290262

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Dive into the hilarious and poignant world of “Cutting It Short” by Bohumil Hrabal. Meet MaryÅ¡ka, a quirky brewery worker with a penchant for storytelling and a unique way of seeing the world. Told with Hrabal’s signature wit and charm, this captivating novel explores themes of love, loss, and the absurdities of everyday life in a small Czech town. Translated by James Naughton, “Cutting It Short” is a must-read for fans of Czech literature and anyone seeking a truly unforgettable literary experience.

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Description

  • ISBN-13: 9780241290262
  • Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Height: 130 mm
  • No of Pages: 112
  • Spine Width: 10 mm
  • Width: 198 mm
  • ISBN-10: 0241290260
  • Publisher Date: 15 Jun 2017
  • Depth: 12
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Weight: 91 gr

Additional information

Weight 0.5 kg

20 reviews for Cutting It Short

  1. Diwakar Kansal

    Hrabal’s wit is on full display in this book. A quick and enjoyable read. Recommended!

  2. Gagandeep Singh

    The story was okay, but I didn’t connect with the characters as much as I hoped. The humor was a bit too absurd for my taste.

  3. Muskan Singh

    I liked the quirky characters and the unique setting, but the story felt a bit disjointed at times.

  4. Aarsh Koul

    A quirky and enjoyable read. The characters are well-developed, story full of heart.

  5. Sayan Dubey

    Charming and funny. Loved the quirky characters and the small-town setting. A quick and enjoyable read!

  6. Aditya Singh

    A heartwarming and hilarious tale. Maryška is a gem! A must-read for fans of Czech literature.

  7. Abhishek Ranjan

    Absolutely loved it! Hrabal’s writing is brilliant, and the story is so unique.

  8. Devanshu Agrawal

    A quirky and enjoyable read. The characters are well-developed, and the story is full of heart.

  9. Anirudha Gorai

    A beautiful story about love and loss. The translation is excellent. Some scenes felt unnecessary.

  10. Rashi Srivastava

    A charming and funny read. Maryška is a delight! I loved the small-town atmosphere.

  11. Abhay Kumar Rajak

    A delightful read! Hrabal’s writing is so unique. MaryÅ¡ka is an unforgettable character. Though the ending felt a bit abrupt.

  12. Rupesh Kumar

    Hrabal’s storytelling is captivating. I laughed and cried throughout this book. A truly unforgettable experience.

  13. Manav Verma

    Enjoyed the humor, but the story was a bit slow-paced for me. Maryška is a memorable character.

  14. Rupal

    Hrabal’s wit shines in this book. MaryÅ¡ka’s stories are captivating. Some parts were a little slow-paced for me.

  15. Aditya Subramanian

    A wonderful book! Hrabal’s writing is so beautiful and evocative. I highly recommend it.

  16. Manas Mehta

    Found the story a bit rambling at times, but the humor kept me engaged. Maryška is definitely a memorable character.

  17. Viren Mukhi

    A beautiful story about life’s simple pleasures. The translation is excellent. Highly recommend!

  18. Jatin

    Absolutely loved it! Hrabal’s writing is brilliant, and the story is so unique and charming.

  19. Mansi

    Captivating storytelling. I laughed and cried throughout this book, unforgettable experience.

  20. Srishti Singh

    Enjoyed the humor and the unique perspective. However, I struggled to connect with some of the characters.

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