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The Solitudes (Book One Of The Aegypt Cycle)
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Reengaging The Ideas Of Alternate Lives, Worlds, And Worldviews That Pulsed Through His Remarkable Little, Big, John Crowleys Gypt Series Is A Landmark In Contemporary Fiction. The Series Helped Earn Crowley The American Academy Of Arts And Letters Award For Literature, And Harold Bloom Installed The First Two Books In The Series In His 1993 Western Canon. Now, Following The Spring 2007 Hardcover Release Of The Final Book In The Series (Endless Things), Overlook Is Bringing The Entire Tetralogy Back Into Print And, For The First Time, Presenting It As A Real Series. In The Solitudes, The Opening Of The Series, We Are Introduced To Pierce Moffett, An Unorthodox Historian And An Expert In Ancient Astrology, Myths, And Superstition. The Land That Moffett Studies Is Not The Real, Geographical Egypt But Gypt, A Country Of The Imagination. When Moffett Discovers The Historical Novels Of Local Writer Fellowes Kraft, His Course Is Charted. Kraft S Books Interweave Stories Of Italian Heretic Giordano Bruno, Young Will Shakespeare, And Elizabethan Occultist John Dee Stories That Begin To Mingle With The Narrative Of Moffetts Real And Dream Life In 1970S America. As Moffetts Journey In And Out Of His Comfortable Reality Continues, What Becomes Clear Is Revelatory: There Is More Than One History Of The World.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Solitudes'? A: 'The Solitudes' explores themes of alternate lives, worlds, and worldviews, focusing on the imaginative landscape of Agypt and the intertwining of historical narratives.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Solitudes'? A: The author of 'The Solitudes' is John Crowley, an acclaimed writer known for his contributions to contemporary fiction.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'The Solitudes' is listed as a used book in good condition, indicating it may show some signs of wear but is still suitable for reading.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Solitudes' have? A: 'The Solitudes' contains a total of 432 pages, providing an in-depth and engaging reading experience.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Solitudes' is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and flexible for easy handling.
- Q: When was 'The Solitudes' published? A: 'The Solitudes' was published on October 2, 2007, marking the beginning of the Agypt series.
- Q: Is 'The Solitudes' part of a series? A: Yes, 'The Solitudes' is the first novel in the Agypt series, which includes additional titles that expand on its themes and characters.
- Q: What genre does 'The Solitudes' belong to? A: 'The Solitudes' is categorized as historical fiction, blending elements of fantasy and literary themes.
- Q: Can you provide a brief summary of 'The Solitudes'? A: 'The Solitudes' introduces Pierce Moffett, an unorthodox historian fascinated by ancient astrology and myths, whose journey blurs the line between reality and imagination in the setting of 1970s America.
- Q: What makes 'The Solitudes' a significant work? A: 'The Solitudes' is recognized for its intricate narrative and thought-provoking themes, contributing to John Crowley's reputation and earning him awards for literature.