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Discover the captivating world of Connecticut, the third novel in David Thomson's acclaimed series inspired by classic movie genres. This enchanting yet haunting tale is a remarkable homage to screwball romantic comedies and explores the complexities of our cinematic fantasies. With its rich, handsome prose, Connecticut takes readers on a wild journey through the surreal landscape of Connecticut—a state uniquely painted as the resting place for the most eccentric characters in film history.
Set against the vibrant backdrop of 1985, this book continues Thomson's exploration of beloved genres following the successes of Suspects and Silver Light. Return to the realm of iconic figures like Cary Grant, Katharine Hepburn, and Carole Lombard in an environment that is both playful and darkly comedic. As you immerse yourself in the pages, witness how the charm of classic movies collides with the grim undertones of a state caught in turmoil. Can the inhabitants find humor in their chaotic reality?
Connecticut not only serves as a thrilling narrative but also offers profound commentary on our cultural obsession with picturesque, yet perilous fantasies shaped by Hollywood. Esteemed publications praise the book for its narrative invention and compelling prose, making it a must-read for fans of both literature and cinema.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780857305640
Year: 2023
Publisher: Oldcastle Books
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
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: 9780857305640
Year: 2023
Publisher: Oldcastle Books
Description:
The third novel in David Thomson's series inspired by movie genres — an enchanting yet haunting celebration of screwball romantic comedies.
In 1985, with the acclaimed Suspects, and then in 1990 with the exhilarating Silver Light, David Thomson delivered unprecedented fictions in which the characters were figures from film noir and the Western. Now a trilogy is completed with Connecticut.
Why Connecticut? Because that lovely, liberal state has been set aside as the resting place for every disturbed person in the nation! At first, this seems like an opportunity for meeting up with the merry ghosts of Cary Grant, Katharine Hepburn, Carole Lombard, William Powell and Margaret Sullavan. We get glimpses of Bringing Up Baby, My Man Godfrey and The Lady Eve. But then the wild comedy darkens as we realize that Connecticut itself is on the edge of a demented and cruel war that challenges all its inmates to keep seeing the comic side of mishap and madness.
The trilogy is revealed not just as a set of dazzling stories. But a commentary on how far we have all been steered towards delightful but dangerous fantasies by the movies. Aren't we all screwball now? Is Connecticut safe to visit?
Praise for David Thomson:
'A fascinating novel. With its rich, handsome prose, this is a book to savor' — New York Times
'Quite probably, Suspects is the most elaborate and witty piece of fan fiction ever' — Independent
'A dazzling work of narrative invention' — Village Voice
Set against the vibrant backdrop of 1985, this book continues Thomson's exploration of beloved genres following the successes of Suspects and Silver Light. Return to the realm of iconic figures like Cary Grant, Katharine Hepburn, and Carole Lombard in an environment that is both playful and darkly comedic. As you immerse yourself in the pages, witness how the charm of classic movies collides with the grim undertones of a state caught in turmoil. Can the inhabitants find humor in their chaotic reality?
Connecticut not only serves as a thrilling narrative but also offers profound commentary on our cultural obsession with picturesque, yet perilous fantasies shaped by Hollywood. Esteemed publications praise the book for its narrative invention and compelling prose, making it a must-read for fans of both literature and cinema.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780857305640
Year: 2023
Publisher: Oldcastle Books
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
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: 9780857305640
Year: 2023
Publisher: Oldcastle Books
Description:
The third novel in David Thomson's series inspired by movie genres — an enchanting yet haunting celebration of screwball romantic comedies.
In 1985, with the acclaimed Suspects, and then in 1990 with the exhilarating Silver Light, David Thomson delivered unprecedented fictions in which the characters were figures from film noir and the Western. Now a trilogy is completed with Connecticut.
Why Connecticut? Because that lovely, liberal state has been set aside as the resting place for every disturbed person in the nation! At first, this seems like an opportunity for meeting up with the merry ghosts of Cary Grant, Katharine Hepburn, Carole Lombard, William Powell and Margaret Sullavan. We get glimpses of Bringing Up Baby, My Man Godfrey and The Lady Eve. But then the wild comedy darkens as we realize that Connecticut itself is on the edge of a demented and cruel war that challenges all its inmates to keep seeing the comic side of mishap and madness.
The trilogy is revealed not just as a set of dazzling stories. But a commentary on how far we have all been steered towards delightful but dangerous fantasies by the movies. Aren't we all screwball now? Is Connecticut safe to visit?
Praise for David Thomson:
'A fascinating novel. With its rich, handsome prose, this is a book to savor' — New York Times
'Quite probably, Suspects is the most elaborate and witty piece of fan fiction ever' — Independent
'A dazzling work of narrative invention' — Village Voice