Little World
Book • 2025
Josephine Rowe's 'Little World' is a novel that defies its slender size, delving into profound themes with remarkable density.
The story centers around a young girl whose body remains incorruptible, a narrative that unfolds across continents and eras.
The novel features a retired engineer, a woman driving across the Nullarbor, and concludes in contemporary Victoria during a COVID lockdown.
Rowe's writing style is characterized by its thoughtful intelligence and acute awareness of literary traditions, while simultaneously forging a unique imaginary landscape.
The novel's exploration of faith, memory, and the passage of time leaves a lasting impression.
The story centers around a young girl whose body remains incorruptible, a narrative that unfolds across continents and eras.
The novel features a retired engineer, a woman driving across the Nullarbor, and concludes in contemporary Victoria during a COVID lockdown.
Rowe's writing style is characterized by its thoughtful intelligence and acute awareness of literary traditions, while simultaneously forging a unique imaginary landscape.
The novel's exploration of faith, memory, and the passage of time leaves a lasting impression.
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