Description
Discover the profound impact of Ken Kesey's iconic novel, One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, now a part of the esteemed Modern Classics series. This 2005 B-format paperback edition offers readers a deep dive into this 1962 cult classic, famed for its powerful themes of resistance, individuality, and the fight against oppressive authority in mental health institutions. With a hefty 320 pages of rich narrative, this book explores the turbulent dynamics within a mental ward, featuring unforgettable characters like the domineering Nurse Ratched and the rebellious Randle Patrick McMurphy. Through the eyes of Chief Bromden, a seemingly mute Native American patient, you will witness McMurphy's defiant stand against the oppressive regime of psychiatric care. This masterful blend of dark humor and poignant insight invites readers to reflect on the nature of freedom and humanity. Ideal for those studying literature, psychology, or anyone seeking a transformative reading experience, One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest remains as relevant today as ever. Perfect for gifts or personal collections, this brand-new edition is a must-have for lovers of classic literature. Benefit from fast and efficient delivery for a seamless shopping experience. Purchase your copy now and immerse yourself in Ken Kesey's enduring tale of defiance and courage.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141187884
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2005
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 320
Description:
At long last Ken Kesey's 1962 cult classic novel has entered Modern Classics series.
Boisterous, ribald, and ultimately shattering, Ken Kesey's One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest is the seminal novel of the 1960s that has left an indelible mark on the literature of our time. Here is the unforgettable story of a mental ward and its inhabitants, especially the tyrannical Big Nurse Ratched and Randle Patrick McMurphy, the brawling, fun-loving new inmate who resolves to oppose her. We see the struggle through the eyes of Chief Bromden, the seemingly mute half-Indian patient who witnesses and understands McMurphy's heroic attempt to do battle with the awesome powers that keep them all imprisoned.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141187884
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2005
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 320
Description:
At long last Ken Kesey's 1962 cult classic novel has entered Modern Classics series.
Boisterous, ribald, and ultimately shattering, Ken Kesey's One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest is the seminal novel of the 1960s that has left an indelible mark on the literature of our time. Here is the unforgettable story of a mental ward and its inhabitants, especially the tyrannical Big Nurse Ratched and Randle Patrick McMurphy, the brawling, fun-loving new inmate who resolves to oppose her. We see the struggle through the eyes of Chief Bromden, the seemingly mute half-Indian patient who witnesses and understands McMurphy's heroic attempt to do battle with the awesome powers that keep them all imprisoned.