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In the 25 years since its original publication, But for the Lovers has acquired an underground reputation as one of the most remarkable novels about World War II, doing for the Pacific war theater what Joseph Heller's Catch22 did for the European one. Set in the Philippines, But for the Lovers depicts the survival of a crosssection of Filipinos during the Japanese Occupation and the American Liberation. The cast is enormous, including an old man who used to wander the countryside entertaining children, a young girl raped by Japanese soldiers, guerrilla messengers bringing word of the coming of the American army, and a Japanese major who views the war as the first step of the liberation of the Asian people from Western civilization. This extraordinary novel is no less remarkable for the power and the beauty of its language than for the exotic and magical world it creates. Ranging from hallucinatory lyricism to documentary realism, from black humor sketches to scenes of horror and degradation, But for the Lovers is a rich and complex exploration of language, history, and mythology. The hardcover edition (Dutton, 1970) was praised by the New York Times Book Review as "stunning"; this is the first paperback edition, for which novelist Robert Coover has written an appreciative foreword.
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- Q: What is 'But for the Lovers' about? A: 'But for the Lovers' is a novel set during World War II, specifically focusing on the experiences of Filipinos during the Japanese Occupation and American Liberation in the Philippines. It features a diverse cast of characters and explores themes of survival, language, history, and mythology.
- Q: Who is the author of 'But for the Lovers'? A: The author of 'But for the Lovers' is Wilfrido D. Nolledo.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: 'But for the Lovers' is available in paperback format, specifically a reprinted edition.
- Q: How many pages does 'But for the Lovers' have? A: 'But for the Lovers' contains 316 pages.
- Q: When was 'But for the Lovers' published? A: 'But for the Lovers' was published on November 1, 1994.
- Q: What are some notable features of this book? A: This book is a used book in good condition, and it has been praised for its powerful language and complex narrative.
- Q: Is there a foreword in 'But for the Lovers'? A: Yes, the paperback edition includes an appreciative foreword written by novelist Robert Coover.
- Q: What genre does 'But for the Lovers' belong to? A: 'But for the Lovers' is categorized under the War genre, focusing on the experiences during World War II.
- Q: Can you describe the writing style of 'But for the Lovers'? A: The writing style of 'But for the Lovers' ranges from hallucinatory lyricism to documentary realism, incorporating elements of black humor and scenes of horror.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in historical fiction? A: Yes, 'But for the Lovers' is highly suitable for readers interested in historical fiction, especially those who want to explore the Pacific theater of World War II.