A Fine Madness
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: Elliott Baker
Binding: Hardback
Published: London, Michael Joseph, 1964
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
A Fine Madness chronicles the tumultuous journey of a poet whose unconventional lifestyle and artistic temperament clash with societal norms. This satirical novel presents a witty and often poignant commentary on the nature of creativity and sanity in a conformist world. The narrative illustrates the protagonist's struggles with institutionalization and his relentless pursuit of artistic freedom, all while maintaining a darkly humorous tone. Baker masterfully uncovers the absurdities of psychiatric treatment and the profound human need for self-expression.
Author: Elliott Baker
Binding: Hardback
Published: London, Michael Joseph, 1964
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
A Fine Madness chronicles the tumultuous journey of a poet whose unconventional lifestyle and artistic temperament clash with societal norms. This satirical novel presents a witty and often poignant commentary on the nature of creativity and sanity in a conformist world. The narrative illustrates the protagonist's struggles with institutionalization and his relentless pursuit of artistic freedom, all while maintaining a darkly humorous tone. Baker masterfully uncovers the absurdities of psychiatric treatment and the profound human need for self-expression.