Lodge, David
Deaf Sentence: A Novel
- ISBN 13:
- 9780143116059
- author:
- Lodge, David
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 12.7 x 1.8 cm
- Genre:
- Fiction - General
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Deaf Sentence A Novel by David Lodge explores the complexities of modern middle age through the story of Desmond Bates, a recently retired linguistics professor struggling to come to terms with his encroaching deafness and at loose ends in his personal life. As he becomes embroiled in the unpredictable behavior of a young American female student, Desmond's world is turned upside down. This humorous and moving account offers a thought-provoking meditation on aging and mortality, one that will resonate with fans of David Lodge's distinctive voice and style. With its nuanced exploration of human relationships and the challenges of growing older, Deaf Sentence is a compelling read for anyone interested in character-driven fiction. Published by National Geographic Books, this paperback edition features 304 pages and is bound for easy reading.
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