{"title":"Marian Engel","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the captivating world of Marian Engel, a distinctive voice in Canadian literature renowned for her thought-provoking narratives and richly drawn characters. Known for her deft exploration of human nature and complex relationships, Engel crafts stories that resonate with readers on a deep emotional level. Her works, including the groundbreaking novel \u003cem\u003eBear\u003c\/em\u003e, are celebrated for their bold themes and unique blend of realism and allegory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEngel's writing often delves into the nuances of identity, isolation, and the natural world, painting vivid landscapes that both challenge and enthrall the reader. Her storytelling not only brings a profound sense of place and time but also reflects her keen insight into the human condition. Whether you're a long-time admirer or new to her work, Marian Engel's books are a must-read for anyone who appreciates finely wrought literary fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDive into Marian Engel's collection to experience fiction that pushes boundaries and sparks introspective thoughts, offering literature that is both engaging and enduring.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bear-by-marian-engel-9781911547945","title":"Bear","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLou is a shy and diligent librarian at the local Heritage Institute. She works monotonous and dusty hours long into the night but she has found nothing—and no one—to go home to. She has resigned herself to passionless sex on her desk with the Director of the Institute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen she is summoned to a remote island to inventory the estate of Colonel Cary, she takes it as an opportunity to get out of the city, hoping for an industrious summer of cataloguing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eColonel Cary left many possessions behind, but she didn't expect the bear. She soon begins to anticipate the bear's needs for food and company. But as summer blossoms across the island and Lou shakes off the city, she realises the bear might satisfy some needs of her own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46825615130860,"sku":"9781911547945","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/16233733482868.jpg?v=1758106604"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/marian-engel.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}