Body, The: And Seven Stories
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Description:
The centrepiece of Hanif Kureishi's brilliant new collection of fiction is a novella that delves into the fascinating concept of personal identity, and the extent to which this is rooted in our physical being. Middle-aged playwright Adam is amazed to be approached by a shadowy organisation and offered the chance to trade in his decrepit body for a much younger model. He takes ...
The centrepiece of Hanif Kureishi's brilliant new collection of fiction is a novella that delves into the fascinating concept of personal identity, and the extent to which this is rooted in our physical being. Middle-aged playwright Adam is amazed to be approached by a shadowy organisation and offered the chance to trade in his decrepit body for a much younger model. He takes ...
Description:
The centrepiece of Hanif Kureishi's brilliant new collection of fiction is a novella that delves into the fascinating concept of personal identity, and the extent to which this is rooted in our physical being. Middle-aged playwright Adam is amazed to be approached by a shadowy organisation and offered the chance to trade in his decrepit body for a much younger model. He takes up the offer for a six-month period, and his consciousness is duly transplanted into the handsome body of his choice. But Adam soon finds that his new flesh brings with it grave and unforeseen dangers...
Review:
'Kureishi creates fiction which is powerful and true, leavened by a sharp wit that rarely deserts him.' The Times 'Kureishi fashions his narrative with wit and immense charm.' Independent
Author Biography:
Hanif Kureishi was born and brought up in Kent. His novels include The Buddha of Suburbia, The Black Album, Intimacy, and Gabriel's Gift. He has also published the story collections Love in a Blue Time and Midnight All Day, as well as numerous stage plays and screenplays.
The centrepiece of Hanif Kureishi's brilliant new collection of fiction is a novella that delves into the fascinating concept of personal identity, and the extent to which this is rooted in our physical being. Middle-aged playwright Adam is amazed to be approached by a shadowy organisation and offered the chance to trade in his decrepit body for a much younger model. He takes up the offer for a six-month period, and his consciousness is duly transplanted into the handsome body of his choice. But Adam soon finds that his new flesh brings with it grave and unforeseen dangers...
Review:
'Kureishi creates fiction which is powerful and true, leavened by a sharp wit that rarely deserts him.' The Times 'Kureishi fashions his narrative with wit and immense charm.' Independent
Author Biography:
Hanif Kureishi was born and brought up in Kent. His novels include The Buddha of Suburbia, The Black Album, Intimacy, and Gabriel's Gift. He has also published the story collections Love in a Blue Time and Midnight All Day, as well as numerous stage plays and screenplays.
| Autor | Kureishi, Hanif |
|---|---|
| Ilmumisaeg | 2003 |
| Kirjastus | Faber And Faber |
| Köide | Pehmekaaneline |
| Bestseller | Ei |
| Lehekülgede arv | 224 |
| Pikkus | 196 |
| Laius | 196 |
| Keel | English |
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