In the Memorial Room: Text Classics

Discover a treasure of literature with 'In the Memorial Room,' a captivating black comedy penned by the esteemed author Janet Frame, best known for her acclaimed work 'An Angel at My Table.' This fascinating novel, published in 2015, delves into the life of Harry Gill, a moderately successful historical fiction writer who secures the prestigious Watercress-Armstrong Fellowship—a living tribute to the poet Margaret Rose Hurndell. Set in the enchanting French Riviera town of Menton, where Hurndell cultivated her craft, Harry faces the daunting challenge of composing his work in the infamous Memorial Room, which lacks the basic amenities of electricity and water. Janet Frame's unique narrative, rooted in her experiences as a Katherine Mansfield Fellow, offers a witty social satire that critiques the literary world and explores the power and beauty of language. Praised as not merely a novel but also a poignant literary legacy, 'In the Memorial Room' promises laughter and thought-provoking insight into the complexities of authorship and the cult of dead writers. Enjoy a literary journey filled with humor and depth, perfect for fans of literary fiction and those seeking a profound reading experience. 240 pages of exquisite prose await you. Enjoy free shipping on this exceptional title today, as you add this must-read to your collection. Please allow up to 10 days for delivery.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781925240153
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2015
Publisher: The Text Publishing Company
Pages: 240


Description:
In the Memorial Room is a brilliant black comedy, by the celebrated author of An Angel at My Table. Harry Gill, a moderately successful writer of historical fiction, has been awarded the annual Watercress-Armstrong Fellowship - a 'living memorial' to the poet Margaret Rose Hurndell. He arrives in the French Riviera town of Menton, where Hurndell once lived and worked, to write. But the Memorial Room is not suitable - it has no electricity or water. Hurndell never wrote here, though it is expected of Harry. Janet Frame's previously unpublished novel draws on her own experiences in Menton, in the south of France as a Katherine Mansfield Fellow. It is a wonderful social satire, a send-up of the cult of the dead author, and - in the best tradition of Frame - a fascinating exploration of the complexity and the beauty of language. 'Not just a brilliant novel but a considered and poignant posthumous literary act, a curtain call by one of the world's greatest authors...A deeply funny book.' Weekend Australian 'Frame's sentences are marvels, winding like narrow alleys through hill towns- They open spectacular vistas. Brilliant.' Kirkus Reviews 'A deliciously mischievous piece of fun, this is sharp social satire, ruthless in its mockery of literary pretension.' Caroline Baum, Booktopia

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