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The Prone Gunman (City Lights Noir),Used
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His books are all action, unfolding with a laconic efficiency that would make his killers proud.'The EconomistMartin Terrier is a hired killer who wants out of the gameso he can settle down and marry his childhood sweetheart. After all, that's why he took up this profession! But 'the company' won't let him go: they have other plans. Once again, the gunman must assume the prone firing position. A tour de force, this violent tale shatters as many illusions about life and politics as it does bodies. JeanPatrick Manchette subjects his characters and the reader alike to a fierce exercise in style.This tightly plotted, corrosive parody of 'the success story' is widely considered to be Manchette's masterpiece, and was named a New York Times 'Notable Book.' The Prone Gunman is a classic of modern noir.'For Manchette and the generation of writers who followed him, the crime novel is no mere entertainment, but a means to strip bare the failures of society, ripping through veils of appearance, deceit, and manipulation to the greed and violence that are the society's true engines.'Boston Globe'There's not a superfluous word or overdone effect . . . one of the last cool, compact and shockingly original crime novels Manchette left as his legacy to modern noir fiction.'New York Times'For the first time readers can experience in English translation the masterful thriller considered Manchette's finest, proof positive that the French knew what they were talking about when they labeled this sort of novel 'noir'.'Publishers Weekly'This superbly muscular translation of the late French mystery writer JeanPatrick Manchette's most celebrated work, The Prone Gunman, is the third volume issued [by] City Lights Noir. The series may prove to be the most needed contribution to contemporary fiction by any publisher in a good long while.'The San Francisco ChronicleJeanPatrick Manchette was a French crime novelist credited with reinventing and reinvigorating the genre. He wrote ten short novels in the 1970s and early 80s, and is widely recognized as the foremost French crime fiction author of that time. His stories are violent, existentialist explorations of the human condition and French society. Jazz saxophonist and screenwriter, Manchette was also a leftwing activist influenced as much by the writings of the Situationist International as by Dashiell Hammett. JeanPatrick Manchette's Three to Kill as well as the movie tiein The Gunman are also published by City Lights Publishers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Prone Gunman'? A: The main theme of 'The Prone Gunman' revolves around the struggles of a hired killer who desires to leave his violent profession to pursue a normal life, highlighting the conflicts between personal desires and the demands of a ruthless society.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Prone Gunman'? A: The author of 'The Prone Gunman' is Jean-Patrick Manchette, a renowned French crime novelist known for his impactful contributions to the noir genre.
- Q: Is 'The Prone Gunman' available in English? A: Yes, 'The Prone Gunman' has been translated into English, allowing readers to experience this celebrated work for the first time in English translation.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: This book is available in a paperback format, making it a convenient option for readers who prefer physical books.
- Q: How many pages are in 'The Prone Gunman'? A: The book contains 155 pages, providing a concise yet impactful reading experience.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating it has been previously owned but is still in satisfactory condition for reading.
- Q: When was 'The Prone Gunman' published? A: The book was published on June 1, 2002.
- Q: What genre does 'The Prone Gunman' belong to? A: The book falls under the genre of fiction, specifically categorized as genre fiction and noir.
- Q: Who is the main character in 'The Prone Gunman'? A: The main character is Martin Terrier, a hired killer who grapples with his desire to escape his violent lifestyle.
- Q: What makes 'The Prone Gunman' a classic of modern noir? A: The novel is considered a classic of modern noir due to its tightly plotted narrative, existential themes, and its critique of societal failures, all delivered with Manchette's distinct style.