Still Life with Woodpecker
Book • 1981
Still Life with Woodpecker is a whimsical and thought-provoking novel that blends romance, environmentalism, and philosophical musings.
The story revolves around Princess Leigh-Cheri of Secession and an outlaw named Bernard Mickey Wrangle, who meet at a conference on cosmic consciousness.
Their unconventional love story unfolds against the backdrop of a quest to discover the secrets of a perfect red-headed woodpecker and a search for a solution to save the planet.
Robbins' signature style of playful prose and imaginative storytelling makes this book a unique and engaging exploration of love, life, and the pursuit of happiness.
The narrative encourages readers to question societal norms and embrace the beauty and absurdity of existence.
The story revolves around Princess Leigh-Cheri of Secession and an outlaw named Bernard Mickey Wrangle, who meet at a conference on cosmic consciousness.
Their unconventional love story unfolds against the backdrop of a quest to discover the secrets of a perfect red-headed woodpecker and a search for a solution to save the planet.
Robbins' signature style of playful prose and imaginative storytelling makes this book a unique and engaging exploration of love, life, and the pursuit of happiness.
The narrative encourages readers to question societal norms and embrace the beauty and absurdity of existence.
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