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Exercises In Style (New Directions Books)
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A New Edition Of A French Modernist Classic A Parisian Scene Told Ninetynine Different Ways With New Material Written In Homage By The Likes Of Jonathan Lethem, Rivka Galchen, And Many More.On A Crowded Bus At Midday, Raymond Queneau Observes One Man Accusing Another Of Jostling Him Deliberately. When A Seat Is Vacated, The First Man Appropriates It. Later, In Another Part Of Town, Queneau Sees The Man Being Advised By A Friend To Sew A New Button On His Overcoat.Exercises In Style Queneaus Experimental Masterpiece And A Hallmark Book Of The Oulipo Literary Group Retells This Unexceptional Tale Ninetynine Times, Employing The Sonnet And The Alexandrine, Onomatopoeia And Cockney. An Abusive Chapter Heartily Deplores The Events; Opera English Lends Them Grandeur. Queneau Once Said That Of All His Books, This Was The One He Most Wished To See Translated. He Offered Barbara Wright His Heartiest Congratulations, Adding: I Have Always Thought That Nothing Is Untranslatable.Here Is New Proof.To Celebrate The 65Th Anniversary Of The 1947 French Publication Of Exercises De Style, New Directions Has Asked Several Writers To Contribute New Exercises As A Tribute. Tantalizing Examples Include Jonathan Lethems Cyberpunk, Harry Mathews Phonetic Eros, And Frederic Tutens Beatnik Exercises. This Edition Also Retains Barbara Wrights Original Introduction And Reminiscence Of Working On This Book A Translation That In 2008 Was Ranked First On The Authors Societys List Of The 50 Outstanding Translations Of The Last 50 Years.
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- Q: What is 'Exercises in Style' about? A: 'Exercises in Style' is a French modernist classic by Raymond Queneau that retells a simple Parisian story ninety-nine different ways, showcasing various literary styles and techniques.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Exercises in Style' is Raymond Queneau, a notable figure in the Oulipo literary group.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition? A: This edition of 'Exercises in Style' was published on January 31, 2013.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Exercises in Style' contains 228 pages.
- Q: Is this book available in different formats? A: Yes, this edition is available in paperback format.
- Q: What type of content can I expect in this book? A: The book includes a retelling of a simple story in various styles, with contributions from contemporary writers as a tribute for its anniversary.
- Q: Is 'Exercises in Style' suitable for all readers? A: This book is suitable for readers interested in experimental literature and modernist works, but may be more challenging for those unfamiliar with literary techniques.
- Q: Does this edition include any additional material? A: Yes, this edition includes new exercises written in homage by various contemporary authors, alongside the original text.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is brand new.
- Q: Can I find a summary or analysis of the book online? A: Yes, you can find summaries and analyses of 'Exercises in Style' on various literary websites and book review platforms.