Javier Marias
When I Was Mortal
- ISBN 13:
- 9780307950789
- author:
- Javier Marias
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Vintage
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 176
- Dimensions:
- 5.20 (w) x 7.90 (h) x 0.60 (d)
- Genre:
- Fiction, Mystery & Crime, World Literature, Fiction Subjects, Peoples & Cultures - Fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Twelve short stories by Javier Marías explore the complexities of human relationships and identity. In these tales, mistaken identities, curious exigencies, and the nuances of human interaction are revealed. From a woman about to star in her first porn film to a night doctor with a new understanding of "specialist", each story delves into the intricacies of human experience. A ghost's neglect is met with great resentment, while amateur sleuths and professional liars navigate their own paths. These stories showcase Marías' subtle yet gifted writing style, offering a unique perspective on the human condition.
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