{"product_id":"9781529113228","title":"The Dictionary of Lost Words","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Dictionary of Lost Words\u003c\/strong\u003e by Pip Williams is a poignant exploration of language, identity, and the silent struggles of women in a changing world. Set against the backdrop of the Oxford English Dictionary's creation, it follows the life of Esme, a motherless girl who finds solace in the world of words.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Plot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs Esme grows up surrounded by her father's work, she stumbles upon a forgotten word that ignites her curiosity and sets her on a path of discovery. Driven by the desire to collect lost words that hold emotional resonance, she embarks on a secret project to create her own dictionary. Throughout her journey, she grapples with the societal challenges of her time, including the impending Great War and the fight for women's suffrage. Esme's quest becomes a vehicle for understanding her own identity, while also highlighting the power of language to both connect and separate us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThemes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdentity and Belonging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Esme's exploration of lost words serves as a metaphor for her search for self.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage and Power:\u003c\/strong\u003e The narrative delves into how language shapes our experiences and societal roles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResilience:\u003c\/strong\u003e The backdrop of war and suffrage frames the personal struggles and triumphs of women in that era.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Words are the threads that weave the fabric of our lives.\" – A reflection on the story's central theme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders who appreciate the intricacies of language and the depth of character development may also enjoy Williams' other works, as well as novels like \u003cstrong\u003eThe Book Thief\u003c\/strong\u003e by Markus Zusak or \u003cstrong\u003eThe Language of Flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e by Vanessa Diffenbaugh.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53481820553548,"sku":"9781529113228","price":11.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/4163\/2076\/files\/9781529113228_front.webp?v=1765293459","url":"https:\/\/foxandfable.com\/en-eu\/products\/9781529113228","provider":"Fox \u0026 Fable UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}