Kinder des Staubs
- 319 Seiten
- 12 Lesestunden
Robert Olen Butler Bücher
20. Januar 1945
Robert Olen Butler ist ein gefeierter amerikanischer Autor, dessen Werke sich durch eine tiefgründige Erforschung der menschlichen Psyche auszeichnen und oft Themen wie Identität und Erfahrung behandeln. Sein Schreibstil wird als flüssig und eindringlich beschrieben, wodurch Leser tief in das Innenleben seiner Charaktere eintauchen können. Butlers Fähigkeit, komplexe Emotionen und Gedanken darzustellen, hat ihm den Ruf eines führenden zeitgenössischen amerikanischen Belletristikautors eingebracht. Seine literarische Bedeutung liegt in seiner einzigartigen Perspektive auf das menschliche Dasein und seiner meisterhaften Sprachbeherrschung, die seine Bücher tiefgründig und nachklingend macht.
Das Meer so grün
- 190 Seiten
- 7 Lesestunden
Interview mit einem Alien
- 252 Seiten
- 9 Lesestunden
The book features edited transcripts of Butler's lectures, offering insights for writers on creating an ideal mental space for crafting authentic and inspired fiction. Burroway highlights the importance of honesty in storytelling, guiding writers to tap into their creativity and explore deeper themes in their work.
Robert Olen Butler's lyrical and poignant collection of stories about the aftermath of the Vietnam War and its impact on the Vietnamese was acclaimed by critics across the nation and won the Pulitzer Prize in 1993. Now Grove Press is proud to reissue this contemporary classic by one of America's most important living writers, in a new edition of 'A Good Scent from a Strange Mountain' that includes two subsequently published stories -- "Salem" and "Missing" -- that brilliantly complete the collection's narrative journey, returning to the jungles of Vietnam.
A 115-year-old man lays on his deathbed as the 2016 US election results arrive, and revisits his life in this moving story of love, fatherhood, and the American century from Pulitzer Prize winner Robert Olen Butler...
The Star of Istanbul
- 384 Seiten
- 14 Lesestunden
Set against the backdrop of World War I, the story follows foreign correspondent "Kit" Cobb as he navigates intrigue aboard the Lusitania. Tasked with tracking a German agent, Cobb becomes entangled with Selene Bourgani, a captivating actress with ties to German Intelligence. As he delves deeper into her secrets, the stakes escalate, leading him through London's dangerous streets to the volatile environment of Istanbul. Isolated and facing peril, Cobb must confront the truth that could ignite the war further.
The Empire of Night
- 416 Seiten
- 15 Lesestunden
The thrilling third installment of the Christopher Marlowe Cobb series sees Kit uncovering a covert scheme to weaponize Zeppelins, posing a significant threat to the war effort. As he navigates this dangerous revelation, the stakes are raised, and the potential for a shift in power dynamics in favor of Germany looms large, setting the stage for an intense confrontation.
The book features a captivating excerpt from "The Star of Istanbul," offering readers a glimpse into its rich narrative and vibrant characters. Set against a backdrop of intrigue and historical significance, it explores themes of adventure, identity, and the complexities of human relationships. The author weaves a compelling story that invites readers to immerse themselves in the world of the characters, promising a blend of excitement and emotional depth that will resonate long after reading.