The Swell Season: A Text On The Most Important Things In Life

The Swell Season: A Text On The Most Important Things In Life

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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: Josef Skvorecky
Binding: Paperback
Published: Chatto & Windus; The Hogarth Press, 1983

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image

This poignant novel chronicles the formative experiences of a young man coming of age amidst the complexities of a changing world. It presents a vivid tableau of youthful aspirations, first loves, and the search for meaning during a pivotal historical era. The narrative masterfully illustrates the universal quest for identity and purpose, weaving together moments of profound introspection with sharp observations of human nature. Skvorecky’s distinctive voice imbues the prose with a blend of wit and melancholy, capturing the essence of a generation grappling with life's fundamental questions. This compelling work ultimately argues for the enduring power of art and personal conviction in shaping one's destiny.

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Description

Author: Josef Skvorecky
Binding: Paperback
Published: Chatto & Windus; The Hogarth Press, 1983

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image

This poignant novel chronicles the formative experiences of a young man coming of age amidst the complexities of a changing world. It presents a vivid tableau of youthful aspirations, first loves, and the search for meaning during a pivotal historical era. The narrative masterfully illustrates the universal quest for identity and purpose, weaving together moments of profound introspection with sharp observations of human nature. Skvorecky’s distinctive voice imbues the prose with a blend of wit and melancholy, capturing the essence of a generation grappling with life's fundamental questions. This compelling work ultimately argues for the enduring power of art and personal conviction in shaping one's destiny.