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This novel reflects the current state of America with a blend of comedy and tragedy, eliciting both laughter and pain. The author presents an accurate and devastating mirror to American culture, prompting a desire to confront its harsh realities. The narrative is fueled by themes of movement, exile, nostalgia, and cultural disorientation, offering a vibrant view of the nation’s landscapes, people, and politics. Amidst the novel's humor and pathos, it explores the complexities of family love against materialism, portraying a protagonist who is both repelling and sympathetic. The story captures the challenges of parenthood, especially in raising a child with special needs, blending moments of power and vulnerability. With a mix of biting satire and warmth, the novel stands out as an artistic triumph. It combines the critique of Wall Street culture with a road novel’s restless spirit, showcasing the author's unique voice and perspective. This work is celebrated for its humor, heart, and insightful commentary on identity in contemporary America, making it a standout in the realm of comic literature. Overall, it is a big-hearted satire that resonates deeply with readers.
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Lake Success, Gary Shteyngart
- Lingua
- Pubblicato
- 2018
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- (In brossura),
- Condizioni del libro
- In buone condizioni
- Prezzo
- 2,49 €
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- Titolo
- Lake Success
- Sottotitolo
- A Novel
- Lingua
- Inglese
- Autori
- Gary Shteyngart
- Editore
- Random House US
- Pubblicato
- 2018
- Formato
- In brossura
- Pagine
- 352
- ISBN10
- 0525511725
- ISBN13
- 9780525511724
- Serie
- Tag
- Narrativa, Umorismo, Famiglia, Narrativa contemporanea, USA, New York, Critica sociale, America, Denaro, Autismo, Roadtrip
- Valutazione
- 3,55 su 5
- Descrizione
- This novel reflects the current state of America with a blend of comedy and tragedy, eliciting both laughter and pain. The author presents an accurate and devastating mirror to American culture, prompting a desire to confront its harsh realities. The narrative is fueled by themes of movement, exile, nostalgia, and cultural disorientation, offering a vibrant view of the nation’s landscapes, people, and politics. Amidst the novel's humor and pathos, it explores the complexities of family love against materialism, portraying a protagonist who is both repelling and sympathetic. The story captures the challenges of parenthood, especially in raising a child with special needs, blending moments of power and vulnerability. With a mix of biting satire and warmth, the novel stands out as an artistic triumph. It combines the critique of Wall Street culture with a road novel’s restless spirit, showcasing the author's unique voice and perspective. This work is celebrated for its humor, heart, and insightful commentary on identity in contemporary America, making it a standout in the realm of comic literature. Overall, it is a big-hearted satire that resonates deeply with readers.