Description
Explore the depths of despair and aspiration in *The Day Of The Locust*, a classic 20th-century novel that captures the chaotic essence of Hollywood. This gripping narrative follows Tod Hackett, an ambitious young artist who becomes ensnared in a strikingly surreal world of fame and fantasy. Set against the backdrop of 1930s Los Angeles, this masterfully crafted tale explores themes of obsession, identity, and the darker side of the American dream. As Tod becomes infatuated with the captivating Faye, a vibrant aspiring actress, his journey spirals into a saga of disillusionment and rage, revealing the dangers lurking beneath the glittering facade of celebrity culture. The *Day Of The Locust*, published by Penguin UK in 2018, belongs to the esteemed Penguin English Library series, known for its carefully curated collection of significant English literature. With 176 pages of thought-provoking prose, this trade paperback edition is perfect for both avid readers and students of classic literature. Add it to your collection today and immerse yourself in the richness of early American fiction. This edition is brand new and promises to provide an engaging reading experience that resonates well beyond its pages. Choose *The Day Of The Locust* to deepen your understanding of America's cultural landscape during a turbulent era.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241341674
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2018
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 176
Description:
Twenty new titles in the much-loved and hugely successful Penguin English Library series.
'He began to wonder if he himself didn't suffer from the ingrained, morbid apathy he liked to draw in others.'
Tod Hackett is a brilliant young artist - and a man in danger of losing his heart. Brought to an LA studio as a set-designer, he is soon caught up in a fantasy world where the cult of celebrity rules.
But when he becomes besotted by the beautiful Faye, an aspiring actress and occasional call-girl, his dream rapidly becomes a nightmare. For, with little in the way of looks and no money to buy her time, Tod's desperate passion can only lead to frustration, disillusionment and rage . . .
The Penguin English Library - collectable general readers' editions of the best fiction in English, from the eighteenth century to the end of the Second World War.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241341674
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2018
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 176
Description:
Twenty new titles in the much-loved and hugely successful Penguin English Library series.
'He began to wonder if he himself didn't suffer from the ingrained, morbid apathy he liked to draw in others.'
Tod Hackett is a brilliant young artist - and a man in danger of losing his heart. Brought to an LA studio as a set-designer, he is soon caught up in a fantasy world where the cult of celebrity rules.
But when he becomes besotted by the beautiful Faye, an aspiring actress and occasional call-girl, his dream rapidly becomes a nightmare. For, with little in the way of looks and no money to buy her time, Tod's desperate passion can only lead to frustration, disillusionment and rage . . .
The Penguin English Library - collectable general readers' editions of the best fiction in English, from the eighteenth century to the end of the Second World War.