Clezio, J.M.G. Le
The Round and Other Cold Hard Facts
- ISBN 13:
- 9780803280076
- author:
- Clezio, J.M.G. Le
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- University of Nebraska Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2002
- Pages:
- 214
- Dimensions:
- 152mm X 229mm
- Genre:
- Essays, journals, letters & other prose works
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Round & Other Cold Hard Facts by Jean-Marie Gustave Le Clézio is a collection of eleven short stories that shed light on the harsh realities faced by those living in one of the world's most privileged regions. Set against the backdrop of the French Riviera, these stories explore themes of alienation, immigration, poverty, and violence. Through the voices of its characters, Le Clézio exposes the darker side of a region often associated with luxury and beauty. From the desolate housing projects to the loss of childhood memories, these stories paint a poignant picture of a world in flux. With beautiful prose and a keen eye for detail, Le Clézio crafts a narrative that is both tragic and evocative. These engrossing stories touch upon the loss of human values in a rapidly changing world, inviting readers to reflect on the consequences of our actions and the importance of empathy and understanding.