A Deux

By Alexey L. Kovalev

"What is man, that you should magnify him? And that you should set your heart upon him?" asked ancient Job, demanding from the Almighty certain answers about the sense and significance of the Creation. "How long will you not depart from me, nor let me alone till I swallow down my spittle?"

It has been quite awhile since Biblical Job exercised such a nerve and demanded such an accounting... but they were strong-willed men, those mythical patriarchs. Now we have become so civilized that we do not dare to challenge the Creator. However our muteness, it seems, is even less acceptable to Him than open rebellion. And so He takes it upon Himself to drag out of us our grievances... and then demolish them. Here, in А́ Deux, you may witness one such recent encounter.

Thus, God's answer to Job's old inquiry is "never," because of His endless love and highest expectations that the Creator is still waiting for us to fulfill.

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"The man in the book presents God with a new set of complaints and bewilderments, ones that will be familiar to readers but also ones that evoke timeless issues, like the nature of love and consciousness, the value of artistic creativity, and the weight of loss. This is a captivating work, as provocative as it is profound. An artistic and intellectual feast." - Kirkus Reviews

"This book, written primarily as a dialogue, will capture readers' attention and keep them enthralled from cover to cover. In addition to creating a conversational tone, Kovalev has also given readers a trip through history. It's a truly fantastic read from beginning to end." - Literary Titan

"If you are going through an existential crisis or are just a naturally inquisitive person, then this is a book that I think you would enjoy." Member Review, Library Thing

"As hard as it is to neatly peg the literary wellsprings of these reflections, one thing is certain: readers who enjoy literary, religious, and social considerations of mankind injected with a subtle sense of irony and rebellion will find А́ Deux appeals to the literary, psychological, and spiritual components of the soul with a penetrating, thought-provoking, and unique voice." - Midwest Book Review

" It was difficult to set this book down after reading its last page. There is a sense of having to take a deep breath and look at the world with a new and refreshed perspective of: 'what's next' and pick it up to read once more I say bravo Mr. Kovalev, bravo This was an exceptional read and one I will certainly read again." - Feathered Quill

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1639881468
• ISBN13: 9781639881468
• Release Date: November 2021
• Publisher: Atmosphere Press
• Length: 130 Pages
• Weight: 0.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.3" x 8.0"