Barnes, Julian
The Man in the Red Coat
- ISBN 13:
- 9780525658771
- author:
- Barnes, Julian
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Knopf Publishing Group
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 21.5 x 16 x 2.7 centimetres (0.5
- Genre:
- Biography, Historical, History,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Man in the Red Coat by Julian Barnes is a rich and witty exploration of Belle Époque Paris, told through the remarkable life story of pioneering surgeon Samuel Pozzi. Against the backdrop of this vibrant era, Barnes weaves a tapestry of people, place, and time, revealing a world of glamour and pleasure that also harbours violence, prejudice, and nativism. Through Pozzi's complex and fascinating life, Barnes sheds light on the longstanding exchange of ideas between Britain and France, as well as the societal norms and values of the time. With its vivid characters, including notable figures such as Oscar Wilde and Proust, this book offers a fresh perspective on an era often associated with luxury and excess. By examining Pozzi's life and achievements, Barnes illuminates the parallels between past and present, revealing a world that is both familiar and surprising.
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