Discover a story that links past and present and sparks your imagination!

Glyph is a novel that takes you into a world where the line between reality and fantasy blurs. Amid tense human relationships and traces of history, the story of two sisters unfolds, bound by a fascinating and mysterious experience from childhood and later life.

Petra and her younger sister Patch once told each other a terrifying tale that led them to invent a ghost - was it merely a product of their imagination, or something real? Thirty years later, with the sisters estranged, Petra is confronted again by a mysterious phenomenon when a phantom horse appears in her room, demolishing the furniture. Desperate, she calls Patch and together they try to make sense of what is happening.

Glyph is not just an anti-war novel; it is a deep and playful story full of warmth and a clear-eyed view of our present. Ali Smith's novel raises questions about how we are shaped by the history behind us and by the history we are creating now. It shows the power of solidarity, care and determination in times of division and violence.

Why choose this novel?

• An original fusion of history and the present - a story that resonates with our times.
• The power of human relationships - a compelling portrait of sisterhood and its transformations.
• Arousing imagination and creativity - exploring the role of imagination in a complex world.
• Depth and lightness at once - a book that is playful yet inspiring and profound.
• Masterful prose by the author - Ali Smith is internationally acclaimed for her unique literary approach.

Main features of the book

• Product ID: 26188670
• Title: Glyph
• Genre: Anti-war novel, contemporary literature
• Language: English (original)
• Author: Ali Smith (given as First Name Last Name)
• Unique storytelling combining past and present
• Strong themes of solidarity and openness in times of division
• Standalone novel, thematically related to Gliff (2024)