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Discover the profound narrative of **Blindness and Rage**, a captivating novel by Brian Castro that delves deep into the intricacies of creativity, mortality, and the essence of authorship. Set against the backdrop of Paris, this **literary masterpiece** draws readers into the tragic life of Lucien Gracq, a poet grappling with a fatal illness. This **2017 release** from Giramondo Publishing encompasses themes reminiscent of Dante and Virgil, masterfully articulated through Castro's innovative use of rhythm and metaphor. As Gracq navigates the enigmatic world of the **Le club des fugitifs**, he encounters a spectrum of literary phantasms, pushing the boundaries of traditional narrative forms. Each of the thirty-four cantos challenges the conventions of the **novel genre**, merging elements of wonder and melancholy. Ideal for readers who cherish **award-winning contemporary literature**, 'Blindness and Rage' reflects Brian Castro's unique voice as a notable figure in Australian literature. Don’t miss the chance to explore this evocative work filled with allusions, puns, and the rich tapestry of writing. As a special offer, enjoy **free shipping** on your order, with a **delivery timeframe of up to six weeks**. This **brand new edition**, complete with ISBN 9781925336221, is a must-have for your literary collection.
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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781925336221
Year: 2017
Publisher: Giramondo Publishing
Description:
Suffering from a fatal disease, Lucien Gracq travels to Paris to complete the epic poem he is writing and live out his last days. There he joins a secret writers' society, Le club des fugitifs, that guarantees to publish the work of its members anonymously, thus relieving them of the burdens of life, and more importantly, the disappointments of authorship. In Paris, Gracq finds himself crossing paths with a parade of phantasms, illustrious writers from the previous century - masters of identity, connoisseurs of eroticism, theorists of game and rule, emigres and Oulipeans. He flees from the deathly allure of the Fugitives, and towards the arms of his beloved - but it may be too late. Written in thirty-four cantos, Blindness & Rage recalls Virgil and Dante in its descent into the underworld of writing, and Pushkin's Eugene Onegin with its mixture of wonder and melancholy. The short lines bring out the rhythmic qualities of Castro's prose, enhance his playfulness and love of puns, his use of allusion and metaphor. Always an innovator, in Blindness & Rage he again throws down a challenge to the limits of the novel form.Brian Castro is the author of the prize-winning Australian classic Shanghai Dancing, and recipient of the 2014 Patrick White Literary Award. His recent novels include The Garden Book and The Bath Fugues, both shortlisted for the Miles Franklin Literary Award, and Street to Street, loosely based on the life of the poet Christopher Brennan. He is Professor of Creative Writing at Adelaide University.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781925336221
Year: 2017
Publisher: Giramondo Publishing
Description:
Suffering from a fatal disease, Lucien Gracq travels to Paris to complete the epic poem he is writing and live out his last days. There he joins a secret writers' society, Le club des fugitifs, that guarantees to publish the work of its members anonymously, thus relieving them of the burdens of life, and more importantly, the disappointments of authorship. In Paris, Gracq finds himself crossing paths with a parade of phantasms, illustrious writers from the previous century - masters of identity, connoisseurs of eroticism, theorists of game and rule, emigres and Oulipeans. He flees from the deathly allure of the Fugitives, and towards the arms of his beloved - but it may be too late. Written in thirty-four cantos, Blindness & Rage recalls Virgil and Dante in its descent into the underworld of writing, and Pushkin's Eugene Onegin with its mixture of wonder and melancholy. The short lines bring out the rhythmic qualities of Castro's prose, enhance his playfulness and love of puns, his use of allusion and metaphor. Always an innovator, in Blindness & Rage he again throws down a challenge to the limits of the novel form.Brian Castro is the author of the prize-winning Australian classic Shanghai Dancing, and recipient of the 2014 Patrick White Literary Award. His recent novels include The Garden Book and The Bath Fugues, both shortlisted for the Miles Franklin Literary Award, and Street to Street, loosely based on the life of the poet Christopher Brennan. He is Professor of Creative Writing at Adelaide University.