Name: The Man
SKU: 64816833
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Author: Bram Stoker

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Publisher

Double 9 Books

Author

Bram Stoker

Year

2025

Format

Paperback

Dimensions

21.6x14x2.5 cm

ISBN13

9789371468244

The Man

Bram Stoker (Author) · Double 9 Books · Paperback

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Synopsis "The Man"

The man presents a contemplative examination of personal identity, social ambition, and the challenge of inherited expectations within the constraints of family and societal norms. It opens in a peaceful churchyard where children's questions stir a deeper conversation between two young adults, revealing early tensions between innocence and experience. The focus then shifts to a father dealing with disappointment over the birth of a daughter instead of the expected male heir, underscoring the value placed on gender and succession. As this disappointment permeates the family dynamic, the novel begins exploring the impact of such societal pressures on personal development and acceptance. The protagonist's journey emerges from these early moments, shaped by the tension between traditional roles and individual identity. Through introspective dialogue and a vividly portrayed setting, the story builds a foundation for examining larger social issues such as justice and gender roles. These central ideas are subtly woven into scenes of everyday life, suggesting that deeper struggles are often hidden within the familiar.