The Hearing Trumpet
The Hearing Trumpet
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Novel • Fiction
Mexico • 20th century
2004
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Hearing Trumpet follows a 92-year-old woman named Marian Leatherby who, gifted with a hearing trumpet, uncovers the secrets of her extraordinary nursing home. The novel blends surrealism and dark humor, highlighting Marian's surreal journey of self-discovery amidst an eccentric environment.
Fantastical
Mysterious
Contemplative
Humorous
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Leonora Carrington's The Hearing Trumpet is hailed for its surreal and inventive narrative, blending fantasy with unexpected humor. Readers appreciate its unique take on themes of aging and transformation. Some, however, find the plot disjointed and challenging to follow. Overall, Carrington's work is celebrated for its creativity and wit, appealing to those who enjoy avant-garde literature.
Who Should Read The Hearing Trumpet?
A reader who enjoys The Hearing Trumpet by Leonora Carrington is likely interested in surreal, whimsical narratives with feminist undertones. Fans of One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel García Márquez or Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll may appreciate its dreamy and unconventional storytelling.
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Mixed feelings
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The Hearing Trumpet is one of the earliest literary works to explore themes of elderly women's agency, written by Leonora Carrington, a prominent figure in the Surrealist movement.
The novel showcases Carrington's whimsical and surrealist style, offering readers a unique blend of mysticism and humor.
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Carrington began writing The Hearing Trumpet in the early 1950s, but it wasn't published until 1974, despite her significant contributions to surrealism.
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Novel • Fiction
Mexico • 20th century
2004
Adult
18+ years
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