The Singapore Grip
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: J.G. Farrell
Binding: Hardback
Published: Book Club Associates, 1978
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
A satirical historical novel, The Singapore Grip chronicles the tumultuous events surrounding the Japanese invasion of Singapore during World War II through the eyes of a British merchant family. The narrative masterfully intertwines the personal dramas of the Blackett family with the broader geopolitical machinations and the impending collapse of colonial power. Farrell’s sharp wit and keen observation illuminate the absurdities and tragedies of war, presenting a biting critique of imperialism and its devastating consequences. The story vividly portrays the cultural clashes and moral compromises made in the face of an unstoppable military force, offering a compelling and often darkly humorous account of a pivotal moment in history.
Author: J.G. Farrell
Binding: Hardback
Published: Book Club Associates, 1978
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
A satirical historical novel, The Singapore Grip chronicles the tumultuous events surrounding the Japanese invasion of Singapore during World War II through the eyes of a British merchant family. The narrative masterfully intertwines the personal dramas of the Blackett family with the broader geopolitical machinations and the impending collapse of colonial power. Farrell’s sharp wit and keen observation illuminate the absurdities and tragedies of war, presenting a biting critique of imperialism and its devastating consequences. The story vividly portrays the cultural clashes and moral compromises made in the face of an unstoppable military force, offering a compelling and often darkly humorous account of a pivotal moment in history.