Palmer, Andrew
The Bachelor: A Novel
- ISBN 13:
- 9780593230893
- author:
- Palmer, Andrew
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Random House Inc
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 21 x 13.9 centimeters (0.57 kg)
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Literary, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
A witty and insightful debut novel explores love, commitment, celebrity, and obsession in 21st-century America. Andrew Palmer's novel delves into the world of reality TV and poetry, raising questions about the nature of reality and our connections with others. The story follows an earnest narrator as he navigates a complex web of relationships and obsessions after a recent breakup. As he tries to mend his heart, he becomes increasingly enthralled by the reality show The Bachelor and the Pulitzer Prize-winning poet John Berryman. This absorbing coming-of-age tale probes the high-stakes questions of our overconnected world: where can we find salvation in an era dominated by fame? Through its thoughtful exploration of art, selfhood, and romantic relationships, Palmer's novel invites readers to reflect on the blurred lines between reality and entertainment.