Book of Proper Names

Book of Proper Names

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Author: Amelie Nothomb

Format: Paperback

Number of Pages: 128


The extraordinary and tragic story of a brilliant young dancer at the mercy of her jealous aunt, from a phenomenally successful French writer.Plectrude is an orphan, whose parents died tragically - her mother killed her father and then committed suicide. Plectrude grows up with her aunt, who conceals the past from her, and falls obsessively in love with her. But when Plectrude's outstanding talent for dance wins her a place at the Opera de Paris her jealous 'mother' conspires with the sadistic regimen of the school to destroy Plectrude's health and sanity.
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NB: This is a secondhand book in very good condition. See our FAQs for more information. Please note that the jacket image is indicative only. A description of our secondhand books is not always available. Please contact us if you have a question about this title.

Author: Amelie Nothomb

Format: Paperback

Number of Pages: 128


The extraordinary and tragic story of a brilliant young dancer at the mercy of her jealous aunt, from a phenomenally successful French writer.Plectrude is an orphan, whose parents died tragically - her mother killed her father and then committed suicide. Plectrude grows up with her aunt, who conceals the past from her, and falls obsessively in love with her. But when Plectrude's outstanding talent for dance wins her a place at the Opera de Paris her jealous 'mother' conspires with the sadistic regimen of the school to destroy Plectrude's health and sanity.