Fitzgerald, F. Scott
Tender is the Night
- ISBN 13:
- 9780141194066
- author:
- Fitzgerald, F. Scott
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Pages:
- 400
- Dimensions:
- 13.7 x 3.4 x 20.6 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Classics, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
F. Scott Fitzgerald's Tender Is the Night is a sumptuous and lyrical novel that explores the darker side of the American Dream. Set against the glamorous backdrop of the French Riviera, the story revolves around the complex relationships between two couples, whose lives are marked by materialism, shattered idealism, and broken dreams.
The novel follows the intricate web of relationships between Dick and Nicole Divers, and Rosemary Hoyt, a young film star who becomes embroiled in their world. As Dick's marriage begins to fray, he finds himself drawn to Rosemary, setting off a chain of events that threatens to destroy the delicate balance of their lives.
This exquisite novel is a poignant portrayal of the excesses and disillusionments of the Jazz Age, and a deeply personal exploration of the author's own experiences. With its intricate characters, nuanced themes, and beautiful prose, Tender Is the Night is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in the complexities of human relationships and the corrupting influence of wealth and power.