Gray, Alasdair
1982, Janine (Canons)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781786893963
- author:
- Gray, Alasdair
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Canongate Canons
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 352
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 2.2 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
A searing portrait of male need and inadequacy, 1982, Janine is a deeply experimental novel that explores the darker aspects of human experience. Jock McLeish's inner turmoil is revealed through a fluid narrative that blurs the lines between fantasy and reality, exposing the fragility of the human psyche. As Jock's memories and fantasies converge, Alasdair Gray masterfully exposes the powerlessness and desperation that can drive individuals to the brink of despair. With a dark humour that cuts to the heart of the matter, this unforgettably imaginative book is a shocking and thought-provoking read. Published in 2019, 1982, Janine is a powerful exploration of the human condition, one that continues to shock and entertain with its unflinching portrayal of male inadequacy and the search for meaning in a chaotic world.
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