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The Zero and the One: A Novel,Used
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A gothic twist on the classic tale of innocents abroad, The Zero and the One is a meditation on the seductions of friendship and the power of dangerous ideas that registers the dark, psychological suspense of Patricia Highsmith's The Talented Mr. Ripley and the intellectual and philosophical intrigue of John Banville's The Book of Evidence.A shy, bookish scholarship student from a workingclass family, Owen Whiting has high hopes of what awaits him at Oxford, only to find himself adrift and out of place among the university's dim aristocrats and posh radicals. But his life takes a dramatic turn when he is assigned to the same philosophy tutorial as Zachary Foedern, a visiting student from New York City. Rich, brilliant, and charismatic, Zach takes Owen under his wing, introducing him to a world of experiences Owen has only ever read about.From the quadrangles of Oxford to the seedy underbelly of Berlin, they practice what Zach preaches, daring each other to transgress the boundaries of convention and morality, until Zach proposes the greatest transgression of all: a suicide pact. But when Zach's plans go horribly awry, Owen is left to pick up the pieces in the sleek lofts and dingy dives of lower Manhattan. Now he must navigate the treacherous boundary between illusion and reality if he wants to understand his friend and preserve a hold on his once bright future.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Zero and the One: A Novel'? A: The main theme revolves around the seductions of friendship and the exploration of dangerous ideas, set against a backdrop of psychological suspense and philosophical intrigue.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Zero and the One'? A: 'The Zero and the One' is written by Ryan Ruby.
- Q: What is the genre of this book? A: The book falls under the 'Coming of Age' genre, highlighting the protagonist's personal growth and challenges.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Zero and the One' have? A: 'The Zero and the One' contains 272 pages.
- Q: When was 'The Zero and the One' published? A: 'The Zero and the One' was published on March 7, 2017.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This edition of 'The Zero and the One' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'The Zero and the One' a standalone novel? A: Yes, 'The Zero and the One' is a standalone novel and does not belong to any series.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: 'The Zero and the One' is available in new condition.
- Q: What are the key elements of the plot in 'The Zero and the One'? A: The plot follows Owen Whiting, a scholarship student at Oxford, as he navigates friendship, moral boundaries, and a life-changing suicide pact with Zachary Foedern.
- Q: Is there a specific audience that would enjoy 'The Zero and the One'? A: Readers who appreciate psychological suspense, philosophical themes, and coming-of-age stories will likely enjoy 'The Zero and the One'.