Simon Raven
Alms For Oblivion Vol I
- ISBN 13:
- 9780099561323
- author:
- Simon Raven
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Vintage Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 896
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 12.8 x 3.8 cm
- Genre:
- Fiction, Classics, , Classic fiction (pre c 1945), General & Literary Fiction, Fiction / Classics
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Simon Raven's Alms for Oblivion Volume I is a dazzling cycle of ten novels that explore the lives of a diverse group of characters, all linked together by their connections to one another. This first volume introduces readers to a cast of upper-class anti-heroes who navigate debauched parties, blackmail, murder, and marriage, among other themes.
With its scurrilous and scabrous prose, Alms for Oblivion Volume I is a worthwhile read for anyone looking for a rich and complex literary experience. While some may argue that Anthony Powell's A Dance to the Music of Time is the greatest cycle of twentieth-century novels, this book offers a unique perspective on the human condition.
Published in 2012, Alms for Oblivion Volume I is a paperback edition of Simon Raven's first volume in his iconic cycle. With its blend of humor and social commentary, this novel is sure to appeal to readers looking for a thought-provoking and engaging read.
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