Introducing the Elif Shafak Book Set: A Journey into Captivating Worlds.
Embark on a literary adventure like no other with the Elif Shafak Book Set. This remarkable collection brings together three mesmerizing novels by the acclaimed Turkish author, Elif Shafak: The Architect's Apprentice, 10 Minutes 38 Seconds in this Strange World, and The Island of Missing Trees. Each book immerses readers in a vivid tapestry of storytelling, exploring diverse themes, complex characters, and thought-provoking narratives.
Title in This Set:
- The Architect's Apprentice
- 10 Minutes 38 Seconds in this Strange World
- The Island of Missing Trees
The Architect's Apprentice takes us on a journey to 16th-century Istanbul, a city teeming with architectural wonders and vibrant cultures. As we follow the life of Jahan, a young elephant mahout, we witness the intertwining of destinies with the famous architect Mimar Sinan. Shafak's rich prose breathes life into the bustling streets of Istanbul, transporting readers to an era of grandeur, intrigue, and the power of friendship.
In 10 Minutes 38 Seconds in this Strange World, Shafak delves into the depths of human experience. Leila, the protagonist, lies dead in a rubbish bin, her mind still alive for a few precious minutes. As she recalls fragments of her past, we discover a compelling exploration of identity, love, and the resilience of the human spirit. Shafak's evocative storytelling confronts societal norms and shines a light on the lives of those often overlooked.
The Island of Missing Trees immerses us in the heart-wrenching tale of Cyprus, a land divided by conflict. Against this backdrop, we meet the unforgettable characters of Kostas and Defne, whose lives intertwine amidst the tumultuous events of the 1974 war. Shafak masterfully weaves together past and present, exploring themes of memory, loss, and the unbreakable bonds that transcend time and borders.
With the Elif Shafak Book Set, readers will be captivated by the author's unique ability to blend historical accuracy, intricate storytelling, and profound social commentary. Shafak's lyrical prose transports us to distant lands, immersing us in a world of rich cultural heritage and vibrant characters, making us question our own preconceptions and challenging societal norms. Don’t miss out on this growing author, buy her top-selling books in our Elif Shafak book set.
This beautifully curated set is a treasure trove for lovers of literary fiction, historical narratives, and profound exploration of the human condition. Shafak's books are celebrated for their ability to capture the essence of a time and place, effortlessly blending facts and fiction into an immersive and unforgettable reading experience.
Whether you are a devoted fan of Elif Shafak or a newcomer to her work, the Elif Shafak Book Set offers a feast for the senses, a chance to journey through time and space, and an opportunity to reflect on the intricacies of the human experience. Immerse yourself in these enchanting stories, and let the magic of Elif Shafak's prose transport you to worlds both familiar and unknown.
Don't miss the chance to own this remarkable collection that has garnered international acclaim and touched the hearts of readers worldwide. Indulge in the Elif Shafak Book Set today and experience the transformative power of literature at its finest.
From the publisher:
The Architect's Apprentice
Sixteenth-century Istanbul: a stowaway arrives in the city bearing an extraordinary gift for the Sultan. The boy is utterly alone in a foreign land, with no worldly possessions to his name except Chota, a rare white elephant destined for the palace menagerie.
So begins an epic adventure that will see young Jahan rise from lowly origins to the highest ranks of the Sultan's court. Along the way he will meet deceitful courtiers and false friends, gypsies, animal tamers, and the beautiful, mischievous Princess Mihrimah. He will journey on Chota's back to the furthest corners of the Sultan's kingdom and back again. And one day he will catch the eye of the royal architect, Sinan, a chance encounter destined to change Jahan's fortunes forever.
Filled with all the colour of the Ottoman Empire, when Istanbul was the teeming centre of civilisation, The Architect's Apprentice is a magical, sweeping tale of one boy and his elephant caught up in a world of wonder and danger.
10 Minutes 38 Seconds in this Strange World
'In the first minute following her death, Tequila Leila's consciousness began to ebb, slowly and steadily, like a tide receding from the shore...'
For Leila, each minute after her death recalls a sensuous memory: spiced goat stew, sacrificed by her father to celebrate the birth of a yearned-for son; bubbling vats of lemon and sugar to wax women's legs while men are at prayer; the cardamom coffee she shares with a handsome student in the brothel where she works. Each fading memory brings back the friends she made in her bittersweet life - friends who are now desperately trying to find her . . .
The Island of Missing Trees
It is 1974 on the island of Cyprus. Two teenagers, from opposite sides of a divided land, meet at a tavern in the city they both call home. The tavern is the only place that Kostas, who is Greek and Christian, and Defne, who is Turkish and Muslim, can meet, in secret, hidden beneath the blackened beams from which hang garlands of garlic, chilli peppers and wild herbs. This is where one can find the best food in town, the best music, the best wine. But there is something else to the place: it makes one forget, even if for just a few hours, the world outside and its immoderate sorrows.
In the centre of the tavern, growing through a cavity in the roof, is a fig tree. This tree will witness their hushed, happy meetings, their silent, surreptitious departures; and the tree will be there when the war breaks out, when the capital is reduced to rubble, when the teenagers vanish and break apart.
Decades later in north London, sixteen-year-old Ada Kazantzakis has never visited the island where her parents were born. Desperate for answers, she seeks to untangle years of secrets, separation and silence. The only connection she has to the land of her ancestors is a Ficus Carica growing in the back garden of their home.
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