Burgess, Anthony
Earthly Powers (Vintage Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780099468646
- author:
- Burgess, Anthony
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Vintage Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2004
- Pages:
- 672
- Dimensions:
- 129mm X 198mm
- Genre:
- Classic fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Anthony Burgess's epic masterpiece explores the complexities of power and human frailty through two intertwined narratives. A man of God and a shrewd manipulator rise to prominence, bound by family ties and a deep understanding of humanity's weaknesses. Their paths converge in a story that probes the depths of ambition and its consequences. With masterful prose, Burgess delves into the essence of power and the lengths people will go to achieve it. This thought-provoking novel is a gripping exploration of the human condition, offering a nuanced portrayal of two men driven by their own visions for change.
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