22 results for 'Narvane, V.S.'

A Way in the World: A Sequence by V. S. Naipaul explores the complex legacy of colonialism through a unique blend of historical narrative and personal reflection. This innovative novel weaves...

The Loss of El Dorado: A Colonial History by V.S. Naipaul In this gripping historical account, V.S. Naipaul explores the complex and often fraught history of Trinidad, from the mythical kingdom of...

This collection of 41 short stories showcases the wealth and variety of English-language fiction spanning over two centuries. From the early traditions of Sir Walter Scott and Nathaniel Hawthorne, to...

V.S. Naipaul: A Life of Visionary Impulse This authoritative biography offers a deeply personal and insightful portrait of one of the most compelling literary figures of the last 50 years. Patrick...

The Middle Passage: Impressions of Five Colonial Societies is V.S. Naipaul's account of his journey from London to his birthplace in 1960, and his subsequent reflections on the Caribbean island of...

This critical study explores the craft of short story writing through an in-depth analysis of V.S. Pritchett and William Trevor's works, drawing on previously unpublished archival materials.The...

Sir Vidiadhar Surajprasad Naipaul was born in Chagunas, Trinidad on 17 August 1927 and he died in London on 11 August 2018, leaving behind a rich, vibrant and challenging legacy of fiction and...

Postcolonial Literature provides an in-depth analysis of criticism from major regions of the postcolonial world. This guide explores key themes and concepts essential to understanding postcolonial...

West Indian Intellectuals in Britain by Bill Schwarz is a comprehensive study of Caribbean thinkers who came to Britain. Written in an accessible style, it explores how these individuals shaped their...

A fascinating exploration of human consciousness, A Brief Tour of Human Consciousness delves into the mysteries of the brain and our thoughts. Internationally acclaimed neuroscientist V.S...

J.M. Coetzee's Inner Workings gathers together his literary essays from 2000 to 2005, exploring the work of writers from various periods and traditions. The collection delves into the writings of...

The Fate of Ideas: Seductions, Betrayals, Appraisals by Robert Boyers explores the complex and often tumultuous world of modern ideas. As editor of Salmagundi for over 50 years, Robert Boyers has...

The Found Voice: Writers' Beginnings by Denis Sampson explores how key creative periods shape an author's unique voice. This collection of essays examines five major writers - V.S. Naipaul, J.M...

Salman Rushdie's Imaginary Homelands is a collection of essays that showcase his remarkable imaginative and observational powers. Drawing from two political and literary homelands, Rushdie examines a...

In 1943, Magda Ritter's life takes a perilous turn when her parents send her to Bavaria in an attempt to keep her safe from the war. Assigned to Hitler's mountain retreat, the Berghof, Magda is...

In Dublin's Magdalen Laundry, 1962, sixteen-year-old Teagan Tiernan is sent to live among other young women who have fallen from societal expectations. Stripped of their freedom and dignity, the...

Anthony Powell's Memoirs offer a unique glimpse into the life and work of one of England's most celebrated writers. This abridged and revised edition, first published in the US, provides a...

David Pryce-Jones weaves a vivid life story through vignettes of famous authors who gave him personally inscribed books. Their stories offer a unique window into the lives and work of these...

The SS Empire Windrush arrived in Tilbury in June 1948, bringing with it the hopes and dreams of hundreds of young people from the Caribbean. This landmark event had far-reaching effects on Britain,...

Creolized Sexualities: Undoing Heteronormativity in the Literary Imagination of the Anglo-Caribbean explores a diverse range of writings from various Caribbean authors, revealing inclusive and...

Neuroscientist V.S. Ramachandran's groundbreaking work has shed new light on the deep architecture of the brain and its impact on human nature. Through his research with patients suffering from...

The War Against Cliché is a collection of essays and reviews by Martin Amis, published in 2002. In this book, Amis explores a range of topics, including masculinity, popular culture, and the nature...