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Piano: A Novel
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Max Delmarc, Age Fifty, Is A Famous Concert Pianist With Two Problems: The First Is A Paralyzing Stage Fright For Which The Second, Alcohol, Is The Only Treatment. In This Unparalleled Comedy From The Prix Goncourtwinning French Novelist Jean Echenoz, We Journey With Max, From The Trials Of His Everyday Life, Through His Untimely Death, And On Into The Afterlife.After A Brief Stay In Purgatorypart Luxury Hotel, Part Minimum Security Prison, Under The Supervision Of Deceased Celebritiesmax Is Cast Into An Alarmingly Familiar Partition Of Hell, The Urban Zone, A Dark And Cloudy City Much Like His Native Paris On An Eternally Bad Day. Unable To Play His Beloved Piano Or Stomach His Needed Drink, Max Engages In A Hapless Struggle To Piece His Former Life Back Together While Searching In Vain For The Woman He Once Loved.An Acclaimed Bestseller With 50,000 Copies Sold In France, Piano Is A Sly, Sardonic Evocation Of Dante And Sartre For The Present Day, The Playful, Daring Masterpiece Of A Novelist At The Top Of His Form.
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- Q: How many pages does 'Piano: A Novel' have? A: One hundred seventy-nine pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: It has a hardcover binding.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Piano: A Novel'? A: Jean Echenoz is the author.
- Q: What age group is this book suitable for? A: This book is intended for adult readers.
- Q: Is there any adult content in 'Piano: A Novel'? A: Yes, it contains themes suitable for mature audiences.
- Q: How does Max Delmarc cope with stage fright in the story? A: He copes with his paralyzing stage fright through alcohol.
- Q: What genre does 'Piano: A Novel' belong to? A: The book is classified as genre fiction.
- Q: Is this book available in used condition? A: Yes, it is listed as a used book in good condition.
- Q: How should I care for my copy of 'Piano: A Novel'? A: Keep it in a dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve its condition.
- Q: Can I read this book on public transportation? A: Yes, it is a suitable book for reading on the go.
- Q: What should I do if my book arrives damaged? A: Contact the seller for return or exchange options.
- Q: Is 'Piano: A Novel' a good gift for book lovers? A: Yes, it is an acclaimed bestseller and would appeal to many readers.
- Q: How do I find more works by Jean Echenoz? A: Search for his name in bookstores or online platforms for more titles.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Piano: A Novel'? A: The book explores themes of life, death, and the afterlife.
- Q: Is this book part of a series? A: No, 'Piano: A Novel' is a standalone work.