The Torrents Of Spring

The Torrents Of Spring

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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: Ivan Turgenev
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Folio Society, 1967

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Slipcase: Good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Inscription on slipcase.

The satirical novella The Torrents of Spring presents a witty and incisive critique of literary pretensions and romantic entanglements in post-World War I America. This comedic narrative chronicles the misadventures of two American writers at a Michigan restaurant, each seeking inspiration and love. The author masterfully illustrates the absurdities of artistic ambition and the complexities of human relationships with sharp prose and a keen eye for irony. The story lampoons contemporary literary styles and societal norms, offering a humorous yet poignant commentary on the search for meaning. It stands as a brilliant parody, showcasing a different facet of the author's renowned literary genius.

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Description

Author: Ivan Turgenev
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Folio Society, 1967

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Slipcase: Good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Inscription on slipcase.

The satirical novella The Torrents of Spring presents a witty and incisive critique of literary pretensions and romantic entanglements in post-World War I America. This comedic narrative chronicles the misadventures of two American writers at a Michigan restaurant, each seeking inspiration and love. The author masterfully illustrates the absurdities of artistic ambition and the complexities of human relationships with sharp prose and a keen eye for irony. The story lampoons contemporary literary styles and societal norms, offering a humorous yet poignant commentary on the search for meaning. It stands as a brilliant parody, showcasing a different facet of the author's renowned literary genius.