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The story follows a man who takes everything too literally, becoming the star of a reality TV show. Ron Currie's previous works have captivated readers with their originality and psychological depth. The protagonist, K., is a unique character who sheds light on the human experience. He shares traits with iconic literary figures, displaying a hyper-articulate frustration with the world and serving as a misunderstood truth-teller. After the death of his wife, K. loses his metaphorical capacity, becoming obsessed with clarity, much to the annoyance of those around him. His life takes a turn when he intervenes in an armed robbery, unwittingly becoming a hero and the focus of a new reality series. Alongside Claire, a witty grocery store clerk with aspirations of fame, K. embarks on a journey across the country, stirring controversy at the crossroads of American politics and entertainment. However, as events escalate into a dramatic confrontation, K. learns that society will fiercely defend its illusions, challenging his newfound perspective on truth and reality.
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The One-eyed Man, Ron Currie
- Lingua
- Pubblicato
- 2018
- Rilegatura
- (In brossura)
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- Titolo
- The One-eyed Man
- Lingua
- Inglese
- Autori
- Ron Currie
- Editore
- Penguin Putnam Inc
- Pubblicato
- 2018
- Formato
- In brossura
- Pagine
- 336
- ISBN10
- 0143110454
- ISBN13
- 9780143110453
- Serie
- Categoria
- Valutazione
- 3,35 su 5
- Descrizione
- The story follows a man who takes everything too literally, becoming the star of a reality TV show. Ron Currie's previous works have captivated readers with their originality and psychological depth. The protagonist, K., is a unique character who sheds light on the human experience. He shares traits with iconic literary figures, displaying a hyper-articulate frustration with the world and serving as a misunderstood truth-teller. After the death of his wife, K. loses his metaphorical capacity, becoming obsessed with clarity, much to the annoyance of those around him. His life takes a turn when he intervenes in an armed robbery, unwittingly becoming a hero and the focus of a new reality series. Alongside Claire, a witty grocery store clerk with aspirations of fame, K. embarks on a journey across the country, stirring controversy at the crossroads of American politics and entertainment. However, as events escalate into a dramatic confrontation, K. learns that society will fiercely defend its illusions, challenging his newfound perspective on truth and reality.