Title
The Atlas
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Winner Of The Pen Center Usa West Award For Fiction A Collection Of Fiftythree Interconnected Stories By The National Book Awardwinning Author Of Europe Centralhailed By Newsday As The Most Unconventionaland Possibly The Most Exciting And Imaginativenovelist At Work Today, William T. Vollmann Has Also Established Himself As An Intrepid Journalist Willing To Go To The Hottest Spots On The Planet. Here He Draws On These Formidable Talents To Create A Web Of Fiftythree Interconnected Tales, What He Calls A Piecemeal Atlas Of The World I Think In.Set In Locales From Phnom Penh To Sarajevo, Mogadishu To New York, And Provocatively Combining Autobiography With Invention, Fantasy With Reportage, These Stories Examine Poverty, Violence, And Loss Even As They Celebrate The Beauty Of Landscape, The Thrill Of The Alien, The Infinitely Precious Pain Of Love. The Atlas Brings To Life A Fascinating Array Of Human Beings: An Old Inuit Walrushunter, Urban Aborigines In Sydney, A Crackaddicted Prostitute, And Even Vollmann Himself.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the premise of 'The Atlas'? A: 'The Atlas' is a collection of fifty-three interconnected stories by William T. Vollmann, exploring themes of poverty, violence, and loss, while celebrating the beauty of different landscapes and human experiences.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Atlas'? A: The author of 'The Atlas' is William T. Vollmann, a National Book Award-winning author recognized for his unconventional storytelling and extensive journalistic work.
- Q: When was 'The Atlas' published? A: 'The Atlas' was published on June 1, 1997.
- Q: What is the format of 'The Atlas'? A: 'The Atlas' is available in a paperback binding format.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Atlas' have? A: 'The Atlas' contains 496 pages.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'The Atlas'? A: 'The Atlas' explores themes such as poverty, violence, loss, and the beauty of various landscapes, as well as the complexities of human emotions and experiences.
- Q: Is 'The Atlas' a standalone book or part of a series? A: 'The Atlas' is a standalone collection of stories and is not part of a series.
- Q: What type of readers would enjoy 'The Atlas'? A: 'The Atlas' would appeal to readers interested in literary fiction, interconnected narratives, and those who appreciate deep explorations of human experiences.
- Q: Are there any notable awards associated with 'The Atlas'? A: 'The Atlas' won the PEN Center USA West Award for Fiction, highlighting its literary significance.
- Q: What is the writing style of William T. Vollmann in 'The Atlas'? A: William T. Vollmann's writing style in 'The Atlas' is known for its unconventional approach, blending autobiography with invention and combining elements of fiction and reportage.