Peter van Oers Boeken

In this award-winning debut novel by a renowned travel writer, we explore the intertwined lives of identical twins Lewis and Benjamin Jones, who have shared a bed, a farm, and a remarkable existence in the farmlands of Wales for forty-two years. Despite their close bond, the world has left its mark on them in contrasting ways. Lewis, sturdy and strong at eighty, dreams of distant lands while rarely leaving his village. Benjamin, the gentler twin and a devoted cook, cherishes the memory of their mother and finds joy in delivering baby lambs. Together, they have witnessed the transformation of their country and the decline of an empire, their shared memories encapsulating a century of change in Britain. From tales of their father's youth to their own twilight years, these farmers have experienced it all. The novel showcases the author's deep understanding of landscape and culture, drawing comparisons to classics like *Wuthering Heights* and *The Mayor of Casterbridge*. Celebrated with the James Tait Black Memorial Prize and the Whitbread Literary Award, this timeless story is included in the “1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die” list. The ebook also features an illustrated biography of the author, complete with rare images and documents from his estate.