
The Book of Mary
A Novel
Gail Sidonie Sobat(Author)
Sumach Press
Published on 1. April 2006
Book
Paperback/Softback
256 pages
978-1-894549-54-7 (ISBN)
Description
In a society where adulterous women and unmarried mothers can be stoned, Mary must do some quick thinking when she finds herself with child. To save her own life and that of her child, she weaves a rapturous tale of immaculate conception. Little does she know that the story will spread like wildfire, with unforeseen consequences.Through diary entries, Sobat's Mary gives us an unfettered view of the life of women in a solidly patriarchal society, repudiating traditional stereotypes and breaking the boundaries of time and place. Provocative and irreverent, author Gail Sidonie Sobat employs a daring blend of contemporary and historical voice to bring an ancient tale into the realm of the wholly original.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Toronto
Canada
Dimensions
Height: 227 mm
Width: 150 mm
Thickness: 14 mm
Weight
344 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-894549-54-7 (9781894549547)
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Person
Gail Sidonie Sobat has previously written two children's books as well as a collection of poetry. She is the creator/coordinator of YouthWrite, a summer writing camp for young people in Alberta. This is her first literary novel for adults.