Pale Fire

Discover the brilliance of Vladimir Nabokov's 'Pale Fire', a postmodern literary gem that defies conventions and challenges interpretations. This captivating narrative intertwines the perspectives of John Shade, a murdered poet, and his enigmatic editor Charles Kinbote, whose obsession blurs the lines between reality and madness. 'Pale Fire' is not just a novel; it’s a journey through themes of identity, authorship, and the politics of academia. With its unique structure—a poem accompanied by an elaborate commentary—this work invites readers to delve into the complexities of human experience and the subjective nature of truth. Recognized as a classic of modern literature, this Penguin Modern Classics edition is a must-have for any serious book lover. Explore the layers of meaning and enjoy the humor inherent in Nabokov’s dark wit. The paperback format makes it a perfect addition to your bookshelf, inviting both casual readers and literary scholars to engage with its rich tapestry. Experience the allure of 'Pale Fire' where every page reveals new insights into creativity and madness. Order now and enjoy FREE shipping on this essential literary masterpiece!

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141185262
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2001
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 272


Description:
Vladimir Nabokov's Pale Fire, with its wildly original narrative structure, is a postmodern masterpiece from the author of Lolita, skewering the politics of academia, the struggle for interpretation, and the infinite subjectivity of human experience, published in Penguin Modern Classics. The American poet John Shade is dead; murdered. His last poem, Pale Fire, is put into a book, together with a preface, a lengthy commentary and notes by Shade's editor, Charles Kinbote. Known on campus as the 'Great Beaver', Kinbote is haughty, inquisitive, intolerant, but is he also mad, bad - and even dangerous? As his wildly eccentric annotations slide into the personal and the fantastical, Kinbote reveals perhaps more than he ought. Who is Charles Kinbote - could he be the exiled King Charles of Zembla, or the Russian madman, Professor Botkin? Or is he just another of John Shade's literary inventions? Nabokov's darkly witty, richly inventive masterwork is a suspenseful whodunit, a story of one-upmanship and dubious penmanship, and a glorious literary conundrum. 'Pale Fire must be one of the most brilliant and extraordinary novels ever written, let alone in the twentieth century' William Boyd, author of Any Human Heart

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