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Valerie And Her Week Of Wonders
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Written In 1935 At The Height Of Czech Surrealism But Not Published Until 1945, Valerie And Her Week Of Wonders Is A Bizarre Erotic Fantasy Of A Young Girl'S Maturation Into Womanhood On The Night Of Her First Menstruation. Referencing Matthew Lewis'S The Monk, Marquis De Sade'S Justine, K. H. Macha'S May, F. W. Murnau'S Film Nosferatu, Nezval Employs The Language Of The Pulp Serial Novel To Fashion A Lyrical, Menacing Dream Of Sexual Awakening Involving A Vampire With An Insatiable Appetite For Chicken Blood, Changelings, Lecherous Priests, A Malicious Grandmother Desiring Her Lost Youth.In His Foreword Nezval States: I Wrote This Novel Out Of A Love Of The Mystique In Those Ancient Tales, Superstitions And Romances, Printed In Gothic Script, Which Used To Flit Before My Eyes And Declined To Convey To Me Their Content. Part Fairy Tale, Part Gothic Horror, Valerie And Her Week Of Wonders Is A Meditation On Youth And Age, Sexuality And Death, An Androgynous Merging Of Brother With Sister, An Exploration Of The Grotesque With The Shifting Registers Of Language, Mood, And Genre That Were A Hallmark Of The Czech Avantgarde. The 1970 Film Version Is Considered One Of The Outstanding Achievements Of Czech Newwave Cinema.This Edition Includes Kamil Lhotak'S Original Illustrations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Valerie And Her Week Of Wonders'? A: 'Valerie And Her Week Of Wonders' explores themes of maturation, sexuality, and the transition from youth to adulthood, set against a backdrop of surreal and gothic elements.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Valerie And Her Week Of Wonders' is Vitezslav Nezval, a notable figure in Czech literature.
- Q: When was 'Valerie And Her Week Of Wonders' published? A: 'Valerie And Her Week Of Wonders' was published on June 10, 2005, although it was originally written in 1935.
- Q: What is the genre of this book? A: The book falls under the genres of surrealism, gothic horror, and erotic fantasy, making it a unique read.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition have? A: This edition of 'Valerie And Her Week Of Wonders' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages are in the book? A: The book contains 236 pages.
- Q: Are there any illustrations in this edition? A: Yes, this edition includes original illustrations by Kamil Lhota¡k.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: 'Valerie And Her Week Of Wonders' is classified as new store stock, ensuring that it is in excellent condition.
- Q: Is this book suitable for young adults? A: Due to its themes and content, which involve eroticism and mature topics, this book may not be suitable for younger readers.
- Q: Does this edition include any additional content or forewords? A: Yes, this edition includes a foreword by the author, Vitezslav Nezval, that provides insight into the inspiration behind the novel.