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The Public Burning (Coover, Robert)
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A Controversial Bestseller In 1977, The Public Burning Has Since Emerged As One Of The Most Influential Novels Of Our Time. The First Major Work Of Contemporary Fiction Ever To Use Historical Figures As Characters, The Novel Reimagines The Three Fateful Days In 1953 That Culminated With The Execution Of Alleged Atomic Spies Julius And Ethel Rosenberg. Vicepresident Richard Nixon The Voraciously Ambitious Bad Boy Of The Eisenhower Regime Is The Dominant Narrator In An Enormous Cast That Includes Betty Crocker, Joe Mccarthy, The Marx Brothers, Walter Winchell, Uncle Sam, His Adversary The Phantom, And Time Magazine Incarnated As The National Poet Laureate. All Of These And Thousands More Converge In Times Square For The Carnivalesque Autodaf? At Which The Rosenbergs Are Put To Death. And Not A Person Present Escapes Implication In Cold War America'S Ruthless Public Burning.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Public Burning' about? A: 'The Public Burning' by Robert Coover is a historical novel that reimagines the events surrounding the execution of Julius and Ethel Rosenberg in 1953. It features a range of historical figures, including Richard Nixon and Joe McCarthy, and explores themes of politics, media, and public spectacle.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Public Burning'? A: The author of 'The Public Burning' is Robert Coover, an acclaimed American novelist known for his innovative narrative style and exploration of contemporary themes.
- Q: What edition of 'The Public Burning' is available? A: The available edition of 'The Public Burning' is the First Edition (first thus), published on April 2, 1998.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Public Burning' have? A: 'The Public Burning' consists of 544 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of its themes and characters.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'The Public Burning' is available in new condition, ensuring that readers receive a pristine copy.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'The Public Burning'? A: 'The Public Burning' is available in a paperback binding, which offers a flexible and lightweight option for readers.
- Q: Is 'The Public Burning' suitable for readers interested in biography? A: 'The Public Burning' falls under the biographical category, making it suitable for readers interested in historical figures and biographical narratives.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'The Public Burning'? A: 'The Public Burning' explores themes such as the intersection of history and fiction, the nature of public spectacle, and the impact of political figures on American society during the Cold War.
- Q: Can 'The Public Burning' be used in academic studies? A: 'The Public Burning' is often used in academic studies for its unique approach to historical narrative and its commentary on societal issues, making it a valuable resource for students and scholars.
- Q: When was 'The Public Burning' first published? A: 'The Public Burning' was first published on April 2, 1998.