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Absalom, Absalom! (Modern Library),Used
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From the Modern Librarys new set of beautifully repackaged hardcover classics by William Faulkneralso available are Snopes, As I Lay Dying, The Sound and the Fury, Light in August, and Selected Short StoriesOne of The Atlantics Great American Novels of the Past 100 YearsFirst published in 1936, Absalom, Absalom! is William Faulkners ninth novel and one of his most admired. It tells the story of Thomas Sutpen and his ruthless, singleminded attempt to forge a dynasty in Jefferson, Mississippi, in 1830. Although his grand design is ultimately destroyed by his own sons, a century later the figure of Sutpen continues to haunt young Quentin Compson, who is obsessed with his family legacy and that of the Old South. Faulkners novels have the quality of being lived, absorbed, remembered rather than merely observed, noted Malcolm Cowley. Absalom, Absalom! is structurally the soundest of all the novels in the Yoknapatawpha seriesand it gains power in retrospect. This edition follows the text of Absalom, Absalom! as corrected in 1986 under the direction of Faulkner expert Noel Polk and features a new Foreword by John Jeremiah Sullivan.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of Absalom, Absalom! A: The main theme of Absalom, Absalom! is the exploration of family legacy, ambition, and the destructive nature of obsession, particularly through the character of Thomas Sutpen, who seeks to build a dynasty in the American South.
- Q: Who is the author of Absalom, Absalom! A: The author of Absalom, Absalom! is William Faulkner, an acclaimed American writer known for his complex narratives and innovative writing style.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition? A: This edition of Absalom, Absalom! was published on November 9, 1993.
- Q: How many pages does Absalom, Absalom! have? A: Absalom, Absalom! contains 432 pages, making it a substantial read.
- Q: Is Absalom, Absalom! available in hardcover? A: Yes, this edition of Absalom, Absalom! is available in a hardcover format.
- Q: What kind of literary recognition has Absalom, Absalom! received? A: Absalom, Absalom! is recognized as one of The Atlantic’s Great American Novels of the Past 100 Years, highlighting its significance in American literature.
- Q: What is the setting of Absalom, Absalom!? A: The setting of Absalom, Absalom! primarily takes place in Jefferson, Mississippi, during the 1830s.
- Q: Does this edition include any additional content? A: Yes, this edition features a new Foreword by John Jeremiah Sullivan and follows the text as corrected in 1986 under the direction of Faulkner expert Noel Polk.
- Q: What is the item condition of Absalom, Absalom!? A: The item condition is listed as 'New', ensuring that you receive a pristine copy of the book.
- Q: Is Absalom, Absalom! part of a larger collection? A: Yes, this book is part of the Modern Library’s set of beautifully repackaged hardcover classics, which includes other works by William Faulkner.