Queneau, Raymond

Exercises in Style

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ISBN 13:
9781847492418
author:
Queneau, Raymond
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Alma Classics
language:
English
Publication Year:
2013
Pages:
224
Dimensions:
1.9 x 18.6 x 24.2 cm
Genre:
Fiction, Classics, ,
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£9.16

Description

Exercises in Style by Raymond Queneau is a unique and humorous exploration of language. Ninety-nine retellings of a single incident, each in a different style, showcase Queneau's inventive use of form and imagery. This virtuosic set of variations on a theme offers a fascinating glimpse into literary styles and techniques. With its playful approach to language, Exercises in Style is an entertaining read that also provides insight into the power of language and creativity. A must-have for anyone interested in literature and language, this book is a true original.

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