About the book
“[Hall is] beloved by readers for her gorgeous lyricism and ability to
delve into unexpected and illuminating tales of what it means to be human.\" -- Stylist (UK)
Featuring her signature themes of identity, eroticism, and existential quest, the stories in Sarah Hall’s third collection travel far afield in location and ambition—from Turkish forest and coastline to the rain-drenched villages of Cumbria.
The characters in Sudden Traveler walk, drive, dream, and fly, trying to reconcile themselves with their journeys through life, death, and love. Science fiction meets folktale and philosophy meets mortality.
A woman with a new generation of pacemaker chooses to shut it down in the Lakeland, the site of her strongest memories. A man repatriated in the near east hears the name of an old love called and must unpack history’s dark suitcase. From the new world-waves of female anger and resistance, a mythical creature evolves. And in the woods on the border between warring countries, an old well facilitates a dictator’s downfall, before he gains power.
A master of short fiction, Sarah Hall opens channels in the human mind and spirit and takes us to the very edge of our possible selves.
Editions of Sudden Traveler
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780062959232
- EBook
- ISBN 9780062959249
Read an Excerpt
“[Hall is] beloved by readers for her gorgeous lyricism and ability to
delve into unexpected and illuminating tales of what it means to be human.\" -- Stylist (UK)
Featuring her signature themes of identity, eroticism, and existential quest, the stories in Sarah Hall’s third collection travel far afield in location and ambition—from Turkish forest and coastline to the rain-drenched villages of Cumbria.
The characters in Sudden Traveler walk, drive, dream, and fly, trying to reconcile themselves with their journeys through life, death, and love. Science fiction meets folktale and philosophy meets mortality.
A woman with a new generation of pacemaker chooses to shut it down in the Lakeland, the site of her strongest memories. A man repatriated in the near east hears the name of an old love called and must unpack history’s dark suitcase. From the new world-waves of female anger and resistance, a mythical creature evolves. And in the woods on the border between warring countries, an old well facilitates a dictator’s downfall, before he gains power.
A master of short fiction, Sarah Hall opens channels in the human mind and spirit and takes us to the very edge of our possible selves.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sudden Traveler about?
“[Hall is] beloved by readers for her gorgeous lyricism and ability to
delve into unexpected and illuminating tales of what it means to be human.\" -- Stylist (UK)
Featuring her signature themes of identity, eroticism, and existential quest, the stories in Sarah Hall’s third collection travel far afield in location and ambition—from Turkish forest and coastline to the rain-drenched villages of Cumbria.
The characters in Sudden Traveler walk, drive, dream, and fly, trying to reconcile themselves with their journeys through life, death, and love. Science fiction meets folktale and philosophy meets mortality.
A woman with a new generation of pacemaker chooses to shut it down in the Lakeland, the site of her strongest memories. A man repatriated in the near east hears the name of an old love called and must unpack history’s dark suitcase. From the new world-waves of female anger and resistance, a mythical creature evolves. And in the woods on the border between warring countries, an old well facilitates a dictator’s downfall, before he gains power.
A master of short fiction, Sarah Hall opens channels in the human mind and spirit and takes us to the very edge of our possible selves.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Sudden Traveler?
Biography, Literature and Literary studies > Biography and non-fiction prose > Anthologies
Where can I read a sample of Sudden Traveler?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780062959232
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Sudden Traveler?
Sarah Hall
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Sudden Traveler is available as paperback(ISBN 9780062959232) and ebook(ISBN 9780062959249)
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