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Beautiful Mutants and Swallowing Geography: Two Early Novels,Used
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From the Man Booker Prizeshortlisted author of Swimming Home, a single volume comprising her first two novels: Beautiful Mutants, long out of print, and Swallowing Geography, never before published in the United States.Beautiful Mutants, Deborah Levy's surreal first novel, introduces a manipulative and magical Russian exile who summons forth a series of grotesquesamong them the Poet, the Banker, and the Anorexic Anarchist. Levy explores the anxieties that pervaded the 1980s: exile and emigration, broken dreams, crazed greed and the first seeds of the global financial crisis, selfdestructive desires, and the disintegration of culture. It is a feverish allegory written in prose so beautiful and acrobatic that it could only come from a poet. This remarkable and pioneering debut is as much about language as it is the world that ensnares and alienates us.In Swallowing Geography, J. K., like her namesake Jack Kerouac, is always on the road, traveling Europe with her typewriter in a pillowcase. She wanders, meeting friends and strangers, battling her raging mother, and taking in the world through her uniquely irreverent, ironic perspective. Levy blends fairytale with biting satire, pushing at the edges of reality and marveling at where the world collapses in on itself. In this stunningly original novel, Deborah Levy searches deep into the heart of the latetwentieth century and does not hold back on what she finds there.
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- Q: How many pages are in 'Beautiful Mutants and Swallowing Geography'? A: This book has two hundred eight pages. It includes both of Deborah Levy's early novels in one volume.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is paperback bound. This makes it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: What are the dimensions of 'Beautiful Mutants and Swallowing Geography'? A: The dimensions are five point five three inches in length, zero point six one inches in width, and eight point two four inches in height. These dimensions make it portable for reading.
- Q: How do I read 'Beautiful Mutants and Swallowing Geography' effectively? A: You can read this book like any other novel. Just find a comfortable spot, and enjoy the surreal narratives and themes.
- Q: Is 'Beautiful Mutants and Swallowing Geography' suitable for all ages? A: No, this book is intended for adult readers. It explores complex themes and contains mature content.
- Q: Can I read this book if I'm not familiar with Deborah Levy's work? A: Yes, you can read this book without prior knowledge of Levy's work. It stands alone with its unique narratives.
- Q: How should I store 'Beautiful Mutants and Swallowing Geography'? A: Store this book in a cool, dry place to avoid damage. Keeping it on a bookshelf helps preserve its condition.
- Q: Does this book require special care? A: No special care is needed for this book. Just handle it gently to prevent wear and tear.
- Q: What if my copy of the book arrives damaged? A: You should contact the seller for a return or exchange. Most sellers have policies for damaged items.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Beautiful Mutants and Swallowing Geography'? A: The book explores themes of exile, identity, and the anxieties of the 1980s. It combines surrealism with social critique.
- Q: Is this book a standalone or part of a series? A: This book is a standalone collection. It combines two of Deborah Levy's early novels into one volume.
- Q: How does 'Beautiful Mutants' compare to 'Swallowing Geography'? A: While both novels are unique, 'Beautiful Mutants' is surreal and magical, while 'Swallowing Geography' blends fairytale with satire.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Deborah Levy, a Man Booker Prize-shortlisted writer known for her innovative storytelling.
- Q: What genre does 'Beautiful Mutants and Swallowing Geography' fall under? A: The book falls under the genre of literary fiction, specifically within the realms of self-help and psychology.
- Q: Are there any illustrations in this book? A: No, 'Beautiful Mutants and Swallowing Geography' does not contain illustrations. It focuses solely on text.