Station Eleven: A Novel
Dive into the hauntingly beautiful world of Station Eleven, a 2014 National Book Award Finalist and New York Times Bestseller. This audacious novel unfolds the gripping tale of a Hollywood actor, Arthur Leander, whose heart-stopping performance of King Lear marks the beginning of civilization’s unraveling. As a deadly flu pandemic spreads, the narrative shifts between timelines, exploring the lives of Jeevan, a former paparazzo turned EMT, and Kirsten Raymonde, a child actress who grows up in a post-apocalyptic world.
Fifteen years later, Kirsten travels with the Traveling Symphony, a group of artists dedicated to preserving humanity through performance. But their journey takes a dark turn when they encounter a menacing prophet in St. Deborah by the Water. Station Eleven masterfully weaves themes of art, memory, and survival, reminding us that while fame may fade, the connections we forge endure. Experience this suspenseful and elegiac exploration of life, love, and resilience amidst collapse.
Product Details:
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Publisher: Random House Audio
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Publication Date: September 9, 2014
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Language: English
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Print Length: 11 pages
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ISBN-10: 0553398075
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ISBN-13: 978-0553398076
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Best Sellers Rank: #46 in Post-Apocalyptic Science Fiction, #112 in Science Fiction Adventures, #161 in Literary Fiction
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Customer Reviews: 4.3 out of 5 stars (71,367 reviews)
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