Rushdie, Salman
East, West
- ISBN 13:
- 9780099533016
- author:
- Rushdie, Salman
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Vintage
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1995
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 1.3 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Modern fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
East, West by Salman Rushdie A dazzling collection of short stories that explores the allure and confusion of cultures colliding. In this brilliant book, fantasy and reality blend as a rickshaw driver describes his film star career, a mispronunciation leads to romance, and two childhood friends turned diplomats live out fantasies hatched by their love of science fiction. Meanwhile, a historical figure's dreams of consummating a relationship with a monarch reveal the unexpected intimacies between East and West. The stories in this collection are united by their exploration of the distances and connections between two worlds. With its unique blend of fantasy and realism, East, West is a thought-provoking and engaging read. With 216 pages of compact and engaging storytelling, this paperback edition is a great choice for anyone interested in exploring the complexities of cultural identity and the human experience.
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