Wilder, Thornton
Theophilus North
- ISBN 13:
- 9780062414786
- author:
- Wilder, Thornton
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Harper Perennial
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 432
- Dimensions:
- 20.3 x 13.5 x 2.5 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Classics, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
Theophilus North A Novel by Thornton Wilder is a thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of youth and education. Written in 1926, it is part autobiographical and part fictional account, drawing from the author's own experiences. As Theophilus North travels through the summer of 1926, his car breaks down, leaving him stranded in Newport, Rhode Island. To support himself, he takes on various jobs in the city's elegant mansions, becoming embroiled in a series of adventures and intrigues that test his wit and judgment. Narrated by Theophilus North from a distance of fifty years, this novel offers a unique perspective on life, love, and work. With its witty dialogue and insightful commentary, Theophilus North is a fascinating read that displays Wilder's trademark style.