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"Pilch's prose is masterful, and the bulk of The Mighty Angel evokes the same numb, floating sensation as a bottle of Zloldkowa Gorzka."L MagazineThe Mighty Angel concerns the alcoholic misadventures of a writer named Jerzy. Eighteen times he's woken up in rehab. Eighteen times he's been releaseda sober and, more or less, healthy manafter treatment at the hands of the stern therapist Moses Alias I Alcohol. And eighteen times he's stopped off at the liquor store on the way home, to pick up the supplies that are necessary to help him face his return to a ruined apartment.While he's in rehab, Jerzy collects the stories of his fellow alcoholicsDon Juan the Rib, The Most Wanted Terrorist in the World, the Sugar King, the Queen of Kent, the Hero of Socialist Laborin an effort to tell the universal, and particular, story of the alcoholic, and to discover the motivations and drives that underlie the alcoholic's behavior.A simultaneously tragic, comic, and touching novel, The Mighty Angel displays Pilch's caustic humor, ferocious intelligence, and unparalleled mastery of storytelling.Jerzy Pilch is one of Poland's most important contemporary writers and journalists. In addition to his longrunning satirical newspaper column, Pilch has published several novels, and has been nominated for Poland's prestigious NIKE Literary Award four times; he finally won the Award in 2001 for The Mighty Angel. His novels have been translated into numerous languages.Bill Johnston is Director of the Polish Studies Center at Indiana University and has translated works by Witold Gombrowicz, Magdalena Tulli, Wieslaw Mysliwski, and others. He won the Best Translated Book Award in 2012 and the inaugural Found in Translation Award in 2008.
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- Q: What are the dimensions of The Mighty Angel? A: The dimensions are five point seventy-five inches in length, zero point fifty-one inches in width, and eight point seventy-five inches in height.
- Q: How many pages are in The Mighty Angel? A: The book contains one hundred fifty-five pages.
- Q: What type of binding does The Mighty Angel have? A: The Mighty Angel is bound in hardcover.
- Q: Who is the author of The Mighty Angel? A: The author is Jerzy Pilch, a notable contemporary Polish writer.
- Q: What genre does The Mighty Angel belong to? A: The Mighty Angel is categorized as Literary fiction.
- Q: Is The Mighty Angel suitable for young readers? A: The book is not specifically labeled for young readers, and it deals with adult themes such as alcoholism.
- Q: What themes are explored in The Mighty Angel? A: The Mighty Angel explores themes of alcoholism, recovery, and the human experience through the lens of Jerzy's misadventures.
- Q: How can I read The Mighty Angel? A: You can read The Mighty Angel by purchasing it or borrowing it from a library, as it is available in hardcover format.
- Q: Is there any adult content in The Mighty Angel? A: Yes, the book addresses mature themes including addiction and personal struggles, which may not be suitable for all readers.
- Q: What should I do to take care of The Mighty Angel? A: To keep The Mighty Angel in good condition, store it upright on a shelf away from direct sunlight and moisture.
- Q: How should I clean The Mighty Angel? A: To clean The Mighty Angel, gently wipe the cover with a dry cloth; avoid using water or cleaning solutions.
- Q: What if The Mighty Angel arrives damaged? A: If The Mighty Angel arrives damaged, you should contact the seller for return or exchange options.
- Q: Can I return The Mighty Angel if I don't like it? A: Yes, most sellers allow returns, but you should check their specific return policy for details.
- Q: Is The Mighty Angel a good choice for fans of literary fiction? A: Yes, The Mighty Angel is highly regarded in literary fiction and is suitable for fans of the genre.
- Q: How does The Mighty Angel compare to other works by Jerzy Pilch? A: The Mighty Angel is often noted for its unique blend of humor and tragedy, making it a standout among Pilch's novels.
- Q: What awards has The Mighty Angel received? A: The Mighty Angel won Poland's prestigious NIKE Literary Award in two thousand one.