Publisher Description

The actions of this crime novel occur in a mountainous province of Poland. It stars Janina Duszejko, a retired woman who attempts to solve the murders of several hunters. The author questions both the level of disrespect man holds to nature as well as the dangers of environmental radicalism, however good their intentions. This book was a bestseller in Poland. Las acciones de esta novela de corte policiaco se desarrollan en una provincia montañosa de Polonia. Está protagonizada por Janina Duszejko, una mujer jubilada que intenta resolver el homicidio de varios cazadores. La autora cuestiona tanto la falta de respeto del hombre hacia la naturaleza como el peligro del radicalismo ambientalista, por muy buenas que sean sus intenciones. El libro constituyó un gran éxito editorial en Polonia.

Author Biography

Olga Tokarczuk studied psychology from the University of Warsaw. She is a novelist, essayist, and writes stage adaptations, poetry, and books on psychology. She has received various awards for her work.

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