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Tales of Protection

Exploring the connections between life’s events through storytelling

Erik Fosnes Hansen author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Vintage Publishing

Published:22nd Nov '16

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The story intertwines the reflections of a scientist with tales of a lighthouse keeper and Renaissance artists, culminating in personal revelations in Tales of Protection.

In Tales of Protection, the narrative unfolds through the reflections of Bolt, a scientist who has dedicated his life to uncovering the threads that connect seemingly random events throughout history. As he lies in his coffin, Bolt's mind drifts to various tales that encapsulate his quest for understanding. His first story introduces a lighthouse keeper on a remote Swedish island, whose doomed fate serves as a poignant reminder of the fragility of human existence. This tale sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the human condition and the forces that shape our lives.

The second story delves into the fierce rivalry among Renaissance artists, illuminating the competitive spirit that drives creativity and innovation. Through these narratives, the author skillfully weaves together themes of ambition, despair, and the relentless pursuit of meaning. Each tale offers a unique perspective on the complexities of life and the interconnectedness of our experiences.

Ultimately, Tales of Protection culminates in a startling revelation from Bolt's own early manhood, challenging readers to reflect on their own journeys and the patterns that define them. With exquisite prose and thought-provoking insights, this book invites readers to ponder the reasons behind our choices and the events that shape our destinies.

A breathtaking journey from a nineteenth-century lighthouse community in the Swedish Baltic, besieged by shipwreck and sickness, to a group of scheming artists in Renaissance Rome...Superbly intricate plots * Guardian *
His prose is both clear and poetic, and Nadia Christiensen's does full justice to his style, leaving the reader pondering on nothing less than the nature of existence itself * Kirkus Reviews *
For readers of Michael Ondaatje and Isak Dinesen, Erik Fosnes Hansen's imaginative narration brings an original and searching inquiry into why things happen the way they do and suggests a theory of 'seriality' -a half-science about the power of human connections * www.goodreads.com *

ISBN: 9781784706166

Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 31mm

Weight: 352g

512 pages