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The Buried Giant
Book • 1900
The Buried Giant is set in a mythical post-Arthurian England, where a strange mist causes widespread forgetfulness.
The story follows Axl and Beatrice, an elderly couple, as they embark on a journey to visit their son who lives in a distant village.
Along the way, they encounter various characters, including Saxon warriors, monks, and figures from Arthurian legend.
The novel delves into themes of memory, love, and the consequences of forgetting the past, highlighting the complexities of human nature and the dangers of ignorance.
It blends elements of fantasy, historical fiction, and philosophical reflection to create a narrative that is both a tender love story and a profound exploration of collective memory and its impact on society.
The story follows Axl and Beatrice, an elderly couple, as they embark on a journey to visit their son who lives in a distant village.
Along the way, they encounter various characters, including Saxon warriors, monks, and figures from Arthurian legend.
The novel delves into themes of memory, love, and the consequences of forgetting the past, highlighting the complexities of human nature and the dangers of ignorance.
It blends elements of fantasy, historical fiction, and philosophical reflection to create a narrative that is both a tender love story and a profound exploration of collective memory and its impact on society.
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Mentioned in 3 episodes
Mentioned by Craig as a book to be discussed on the podcast in November.
Ep 442 - The Last Wish (Introducing The Witcher), by Andrzej Sapkowski
Recommended by Joanna Robinson as a fantastical book.
Ringer-Verse Recommends: November 2024
