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"Time's Arrow" offers a unique reading experience that flips your perspective on time and morality. Amis crafts a story that rewinds through the protagonist's life, presenting a haunting narrative that converges history and personal identity. It's an intelligent and provocative exploration that becomes especially compelling as you near the crux of the tale, where past atrocities are eerily unearthed. This book might just change the way you perceive storytelling.
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Lucky Jim
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Penguin Decades bring you the novels that helped shape modern Britain. When they were published, some were bestsellers, some were considered scandalous, and others were simply misunderstood. All represent their time and helped define their generation, while today each is considered a landmark work of storytelling. Kingsley Amis's Lucky Jim was published in 1954, and is a hilarious satire of British university life. Jim Dixon is bored by his job as a medieval history lecturer. His days are only improved by pulling faces behind the backs of his superiors as he tries desperately to survive provincial bourgeois society, an unbearable 'girlfriend' and petty humiliation at the hands of Professor Welch. Lucky Jim is one of the most famous and influential of all British post-War novels.
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The Biographer's Moustache
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If you love a witty satire with sharply drawn characters, "The Biographer's Moustache" could tickle your fancy. Kingsley Amis masterfully captures the petty vanities and absurdities of the literary world. This book may resonate with you if you enjoy a good laugh at the expense of pompous personalities and the quirks of authorship.
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Experience: A Memoir
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"Experience: A Memoir" isn't just any autobiography; it's a literary journey stitched with wit, profound insight, and a refreshing dose of self-scrutiny. You'll get lost in the candid exploration of Amis's relationships, especially with his father, while marveling at his encounters with literary giants. It's a memoir that reads like a who's who of contemporary literature, all through the lens of a fiercely intelligent and observant writer. Whether it's the personal tragedies or the biting commentary on the literary world, Amis's prose invites you to ponder the complexities of memory and existence.
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The renowned British author describes his youth, education at Oxford, career in the academic world, his decision to become a full-time writer, and encounters with such notables as Anthony Burgess, Dylan Thomas, Robert Graves, and Margaret Thatcher
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You'll be instantly transported to the pub-filled streets of Wales, joining the uproarious adventures of a group of aging friends. Kingsley Amis's witty writing will have you laughing out loud as you follow their ambitious quest to drink Wales dry. Don't miss out on this intoxicatingly hilarious journey that will leave you craving for more pints and good company.
A hilarious satire about college life and high class manners, this is a classic of postwar English literature. Regarded by many as the finest, and funniest, comic novel of the twentieth century, Lucky Jim remains as trenchant, withering, and eloquently misanthropic as when it first scandalized readers in 1954. This is the story of Jim Dixon, a hapless lecturer in medieval history at a provincial university who knows better than most that "there was no end to the ways in which nice things are nicer than nasty ones." Kingsley Amis's scabrous debut leads the reader through a gallery of emphatically English bores, cranks, frauds, and neurotics with whom Dixon must contend in one way or another in order to hold on to his cushy academic perch and win the girl of his fancy. More than just a merciless satire of cloistered college life and stuffy postwar manners, Lucky Jim is an attack on the forces of boredom, whatever form they may take, and a work of art that at once distills and extends an entire tradition of English comic writing, from Fielding and Dickens through Wodehouse and Waugh. As Christopher Hitchens has written, "If you can picture Bertie or Jeeves being capable of actual malice, and simultaneously imagine Evelyn Waugh forgetting about original sin, you have the combination of innocence and experience that makes this short romp so imperishable."
Author: Kingsley Amis
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 296
Publisher: The New York Review of Books, Inc
Publication Date: 02 Oct 2012
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New Maps of Hell: A Survey of Science Fiction
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If you're intrigued by the layers beneath science fiction's surface, "New Maps of Hell" will strike a chord with you. The book offers an intellectual exploration of the genre, dissecting how it reflects and critiques societal trends and issues. It's a thought-provoking read that might just change how you see science fiction and its place in literature.
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Sense and Sensibility, Pride and Prejudice and Mansfield Park: A Selection of Critical Essays
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London Fields
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An alternative cover edition for this ISBN can be found here.Writer Samson Young is staring death in the face. Void of ideas and on the verge of terminal decline, Samson's dash to a decaying, degenerate London has brought him through the doors of the Black Cross pub and into a murder story just waiting to be narrated.At its centre is the mesmeric, doomed Nicola Six, destined to be murdered on her thirty-fifth birthday. Around her: disreputable men, one of whom might yet turn out to be her killer. All Samson has to do is to write Nicola's story as it happens, and savour this one last gift that life has granted him.
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"Experience" is a deeply personal account of Martin Amis's life, exploring his relationship with his father and the challenges he faced as a writer. The book also includes anecdotes about the literary scene in Britain and the United States, making it a must-read for those interested in literary history. Amis's candid writing style and his examination of family relationships make this book a unique and fascinating read.
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Penguin
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Visiting Mrs. Nabokov And Other Excursions
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If you're intrigued by a writer's eye-view into the literary and cultural icons of a time, "Visiting Mrs. Nabokov And Other Excursions" could be right up your alley. Martin Amis isn't just another observer; he has the knack for cutting right to the heart of his subjects with wit and biting clarity. It’s a ringside seat to the minds and times of influential characters through a series of vivacious essays.
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The Pregnant Widow
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If you're intrigued by how cultural shifts can transform personal lives, Martin Amis's "The Pregnant Widow" is a compelling dive into the sexual revolution's complex legacy. It's not just a historical account; it's a vivid exploration of intimate human experiences shaped by an era of radical change. Perfect for readers who appreciate a narrative that intertwines the personal with the historical.
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"Inside Story" could be a good read for fans of Martin Amis or readers interested in memoirs and reflections on life and writing. The book offers a personal and intimate insight into the author's life, including his relationships with other literary figures. The exploration of difficult themes such as grief and mortality, as well as historical events such as 9/11, also adds depth to the book.
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"The Information" could be a compelling read if you're into dark humor woven with keen observations about fame, friendship, and the literary scene. Amis' talent for sharp wit and complex characters would let you explore the depths of envy and rivalry with a twist of suspense that's hard to put down. Plus, the layer of voyeuristic danger adds an unsettling edge that could make this book linger in your thoughts.
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The Moronic Inferno
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Martin Amis brings a keen eye to the mosaic that is America. Through his essays in "The Moronic Inferno," you'll encounter a rich gallery of American characters and landscapes, all woven with wit and a critical edge. His meetings with prominent novelists and cultural icons alone are a fascinating window into the American psyche, making this collection a compelling journey for anyone intrigued by the interplay of culture, politics, and literature in the U.S.
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