Laclos, Pierre Choderlos de
Les Liaisons Dangereuses (Oxford World's Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780199536481
- author:
- Laclos, Pierre Choderlos de
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- OUP Oxford
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2008
- Pages:
- 448
- Dimensions:
- 130mm X 200mm
- Genre:
- Classic fiction (pre c 1945)
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Les Liaisons Dangereuses offers a complex exploration of seduction and revenge, as two gifted and wealthy individuals form an alliance to turn seduction into a game. Their wit and style are undeniable, but they soon discover mysterious rules that lead to a battle with no clear winners. This new translation brings Laclos's work to life in modern English, allowing readers to judge for themselves whether the novel is as infamous as its critics claim or if it offers valuable insights into a world still relevant today. With its rich historical context and nuanced exploration of human nature, Les Liaisons Dangereuses remains a thought-provoking read. Oxford World's Classics has made this influential work available in an affordable edition, featuring expert introductions, notes, and bibliographies to enhance the reading experience.
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