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The Unnamed

by Joshua Ferris
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The Unnamed - Thryft
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Man's mysterious compulsion disrupts idyllic life.

If the unpredictability of life intrigues you, "The Unnamed" is a compelling read. It takes you into the life of Tim Farnsworth, a character who battles a baffling affliction that will resonate with anyone who's felt at the mercy of forces beyond their control. Joshua Ferris crafts a story that's as much about the strength of family bonds as it is about the mysteries of the human condition.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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The Unnamed

by Joshua Ferris
RM33.00 MYR Now RM19.00 MYR Save 42%
Compare to estimated retail price: RM89.00 MYR  

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ISBN: 9780670917709
Authors: Joshua Ferris
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Date of Publication: 2010-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Contemporary, Literary Fiction
Related Topics: Literature
Goodreads rating: 3.33
(rated by 8932 readers)

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In his extraordinary novel Joshua Ferris delineates with great tenderness and a rare and inimitable wit the devastating story of a life taken for granted and what happens when that life is torn away without explanation or warning.
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Man's mysterious compulsion disrupts idyllic life.

If the unpredictability of life intrigues you, "The Unnamed" is a compelling read. It takes you into the life of Tim Farnsworth, a character who battles a baffling affliction that will resonate with anyone who's felt at the mercy of forces beyond their control. Joshua Ferris crafts a story that's as much about the strength of family bonds as it is about the mysteries of the human condition.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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