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The Portage To San Cristobal Of A. H.: A Novel (Phoenix Fiction),Used
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Imagine, Thirty Years After The End Of World War Ii, Israeli Nazihunters, Some Of Whom Lost Relatives In The Gas Chambers Of Nazi Germany, Find A Silent Old Man Deep In The Amazon Jungle. He Is Adolph Hitler. The Narrative That Follows Is A Profound And Disturbing Exploration Of The Nature Of Guilt, Vengeance, Language, And The Power Of Evileach Undiminished Over Time. George Steiner'S Stunning Novel, Now With A New Afterword, Will Continue To Provoke Our Thinking About Nazi Germany'S Unforgettable Past.'Two Readings Have Convinced Me That This Is A Fiction Of Extraordinary Power And Thoughtfulness. . . . [A] Remarkable Novel.'Bernard Bergonzi, Times Literary Supplement'In This Tour De Force Mr. Steiner Makes His Reader Reexamine, To Whatever Conclusions Each May Choose, A History From Which We Would Prefer To Avert Our Eyes.'Edmund Fuller, Wall Street Journal'Portage Largely Avoids Both The Satisfactions Of The Traditional Novel And The Horrifying Details Of Holocaust Literature. Instead, Steiner Has Taken As His Model The Political Imaginings Of An Orwell Or Koestler. . . . He Has Produced A Philosophic Fantasy Of Remarkable Intensity.'Otto Friedrich, Time
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Portage to San Cristobal of A. H.'? A: The main theme of the novel explores guilt, vengeance, language, and the enduring power of evil, set against the backdrop of Nazi Germany's history.
- Q: Who is the author of this novel? A: The author of 'The Portage to San Cristobal of A. H.' is George Steiner.
- Q: When was 'The Portage to San Cristobal of A. H.' published? A: The novel was published on October 15, 1999.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: This book is available in paperback format.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Portage to San Cristobal of A. H.' have? A: The novel contains 176 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all readers? A: The book deals with heavy themes related to the Holocaust and may not be suitable for all readers due to its profound and disturbing content.
- Q: What type of fiction is 'The Portage to San Cristobal of A. H.' classified as? A: It is classified as contemporary fiction.
- Q: Are there any reviews from notable publications for this book? A: Yes, it has received reviews from notable publications such as the Times Literary Supplement and Wall Street Journal, praising its depth and thoughtfulness.
- Q: Does this edition include any additional content? A: Yes, this edition includes a new afterword by the author.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is in new condition.