Coetzee, J. M.

The Pole: A Novel

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ISBN 13:: 9781324095668
author:: Coetzee, J. M.
format:: Paperback
publisher:: WW Norton & Co
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2024
Pages:: 176
Dimensions:: 20.6 x 13.7 x 1.3 centimetres (0
Genre:: Fiction & Literature
Condition:: New
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J. M. Coetzee's The Pole is a powerful exploration of love and truth, as embodied in the complex relationship between a Polish pianist and a stylish patron of the arts. With characteristic insight and wit, Coetzee examines the intricacies of romance, revealing how a chance encounter between two strangers can have a profound impact.

The story centers around Wittold, a vigorous and charismatic pianist, and Beatriz, a married woman who becomes infatuated with his world. As their unlikely relationship blossoms, a power struggle between them intensifies, raising questions about the nature of passion and the limits of human emotion.

Through Wittold's dream of love and his all-consuming passion for Beatriz, Coetzee exposes the enigmatic nature of romance, revealing how a chance meeting can suddenly change everything. A thought-provoking and nuanced exploration of love, truth, and human connection, The Pole is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in literary fiction.

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