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Cizí dítě

The Stranger's Child

Penned By Alan Hollinghurst
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Cizí dítě

The Stranger's Child

Penned By Alan Hollinghurst
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Není zvykem, aby byl hlavní hrdina v díle prakticky nepřítomen: v dlouho očekávaném románu Alana Hollinghursta Cizí dítě se to stalo – a perfektně to funguje. Cecil Teucer Valance, „horolezec, veslař a svůdce“, ale zejména plodný básník, prosvištěl svým vlastním životem jako kometa, životy druhých však zásadním způsobem ovlivňuje ještě řadu let. Příběh začíná jednoho léta v téměř ještě viktoriánské Anglii, kdy si mladý student Cambridge George přivede do rodinné vily na návštěvu svého urozeného přítele – a rovněž tajnou lásku – Cecila. Osudovým je toto setkání zejména pro jeho šestnáctiletou sestru Daphne, pro kterou zde začíná cesta na zámek Corley, do zlaté klece mondénní aristokracie. Stejně jako v předchozí Bookerovou cenou ověnčené Linii krásy staví autor příběh z jednotlivých „dějství“ oddělovaných dlouhými časovými úseky. Na rozdíl od ní se tu však s dobou mění i vypravěči, z nichž každý z příběhu Cecila a Daphne zná – nebo téměř detektivně odhaluje – pouze určitou část. Jediným, komu se nakonec jejich osudy vyjeví téměř v celé šíři, je tedy čtenář. Alan Hollinghurst je mistr v líčení atmosfér a charakterů, dokáže stvořit dojemné postavy, na kterých nám od první chvíle záleží. Je jen na nás, budeme-li tento strhující a vtipný příběh o jedné básni a dvou domech číst jako oslavu autorem tolik milované viktoriánské éry a architektury, jako panorama proměn společenských a morálních postojů v rámci jednoho století, či jako napínavou detektivní skládanku. V každém případě nás tato oslnivá procházka proměnlivými krajinami paměti nezklame.

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Length 544 Pages
Language Cze
Imprint Odeon
Released June 27, 2011
Identifier (ISBN) 17184523
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Alan Hollinghurst is the author of several novels. Originally from the East Coast, they now live in the Midwest with family. In addition to writing, Alan Hollinghurst enjoys gardening, cooking, and reading way past bedtime. Their work often explores the complexities of everyday life and human relationships.

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"A profoundly satisfying read. I became deeply invested in the protagonist's journey. A masterclass in storytelling. Worth every moment spent reading."
Steven Torres
Steven Torres September 25, 2025
"Exceeded all my expectations. I adored how the story unfolded. It kept me captivated without sacrificing elegance. An absolute must-read for connoisseurs of the genre."
Karen  Davis
Karen Davis January 20, 2025
"I thoroughly enjoyed the elegance of it. Beautiful writing, though I craved slightly more depth in the lore. Still, undeniably engaging. A very distinguished novel."
Jennifer Evans
Jennifer Evans June 21, 2025
"Absolutely brilliant. The pacing was impeccable and the characters felt incredibly authentic. I was completely immersed. Worth every moment spent reading."
Charles Turner
Charles Turner August 04, 2024
"Honestly one of the most premium reading experiences lately. I became deeply invested in the protagonist's journey. A masterclass in storytelling. I am now a lifelong fan of this author."
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