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The Street Of Crocodiles (Classic, 20Thcentury, Penguin),New
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A Novel That Blends The Real And The Fantastic, From 'One Of The Most Original Imaginations In Modern Europe' (Cynthia Ozick)The Street Of Crocodiles In The Polish City Of Drogobych Is A Street Of Memories And Dreams Where Recollections Of Bruno Schulz'S Uncommon Boyhood And Of The Eerie Side Of His Merchant Family'S Life Are Evoked In A Startling Blend Of The Real And The Fantastic. Most Memorable And Most Chilling Is The Portrait Of The Author'S Father, A Maddened Shopkeeper Who Imports Rare Birds' Eggs To Hatch In His Attic, Who Believes Tailors' Dummies Should Be Treated Like People, And Whose Obsessive Fear Of Cockroaches Causes Him To Resemble One. Bruno Schulz, A Polish Jew Killed By The Nazis In 1942, Is Considered By Many To Have Been The Leading Polish Writer Between The Two World Wars.For More Than Seventy Years, Penguin Has Been The Leading Publisher Of Classic Literature In The Englishspeaking World. With More Than 1,700 Titles, Penguin Classics Represents A Global Bookshelf Of The Best Works Throughout History And Across Genres And Disciplines. Readers Trust The Series To Provide Authoritative Texts Enhanced By Introductions And Notes By Distinguished Scholars And Contemporary Authors, As Well As Uptodate Translations By Awardwinning Translators.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Street of Crocodiles' about? A: 'The Street of Crocodiles' is a novel by Bruno Schulz that weaves together themes of memory and fantasy, depicting the author's childhood in Drogobych, Poland, and his family's eccentricities.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Street of Crocodiles'? A: The author is Bruno Schulz, a Polish writer known for his unique narrative style and imaginative storytelling.
- Q: What is the page count of this book? A: The book contains 160 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition have? A: This edition is a paperback.
- Q: When was 'The Street of Crocodiles' published? A: 'The Street of Crocodiles' was published on March 1, 1992.
- Q: Is this book suitable for children? A: While 'The Street of Crocodiles' is a coming-of-age story, it contains mature themes and may not be suitable for younger readers.
- Q: What genre does 'The Street of Crocodiles' belong to? A: 'The Street of Crocodiles' is classified as a classic literary work and falls under the genre of magical realism.
- Q: How does this book compare to other works by Bruno Schulz? A: This book is often considered one of Schulz's masterpieces, highlighting his distinctive style and thematic focus on childhood and memory, similar to his other works.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The item condition is listed as 'Good', indicating that the book is used but in decent shape.
- Q: What can readers expect in terms of writing style? A: Readers can expect a rich, lyrical writing style that blends the real with the fantastical, characteristic of Schulz's unique voice.