Ship Of Fools

Ship Of Fools

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Condition: SECONDHAND

This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: Katherine Anne Porter
Binding: Hardback
Published: Secker & Warburg, London, 1982

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

Katherine Anne Porter's "Ship of Fools" is a compelling work of literary fiction that chronicles the lives of a diverse group of passengers aboard a German ocean liner bound for Veracruz from Mexico in 1931. As the journey unfolds, the novel meticulously uncovers the intricate web of human relationships, prejudices, and moral compromises among the travelers, who represent a microcosm of society on the brink of World War II. Porter masterfully illustrates themes of isolation, self-deception, and the inherent flaws of humanity through her sharp characterizations and incisive social commentary. This poignant narrative offers a profound examination of the human condition, making it a timeless and thought-provoking read.

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Description

Author: Katherine Anne Porter
Binding: Hardback
Published: Secker & Warburg, London, 1982

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

Katherine Anne Porter's "Ship of Fools" is a compelling work of literary fiction that chronicles the lives of a diverse group of passengers aboard a German ocean liner bound for Veracruz from Mexico in 1931. As the journey unfolds, the novel meticulously uncovers the intricate web of human relationships, prejudices, and moral compromises among the travelers, who represent a microcosm of society on the brink of World War II. Porter masterfully illustrates themes of isolation, self-deception, and the inherent flaws of humanity through her sharp characterizations and incisive social commentary. This poignant narrative offers a profound examination of the human condition, making it a timeless and thought-provoking read.