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Under the Volcano
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Discover the haunting beauty of Malcolm Lowry's 'Under the Volcano'. This literary masterpiece, published in 2000 by Penguin Modern Classics, invites readers to explore the depths of despair against the backdrop of a vibrant Mexican fiesta. Set on the Day of the Dead in Quauhnahuac, the novel follows Geoffrey Firmin, an ex-consul battling alcoholism and the shadows of his past. As he navigates a world filled with pariah dogs and desperate children, readers witness the tragic unraveling of a man consumed by his inner demons. Lowry's profound narrative is a poignant commentary on life, death, and the complexities of human existence, making it a must-read for literature enthusiasts. With 400 captivating pages, this trade paperback edition ignites the imagination and speaks to the human condition. For those who appreciate rich storytelling and deep character exploration, 'Under the Volcano' stands out as a classic of twentieth-century literature that resonates with modern readers. If you’re captivated by Lowry’s impactful prose, you might also enjoy F. Scott Fitzgerald's 'The Beautiful and the Damned', available in Penguin Classics. This timeless story guarantees an emotional journey that will stay with you long after the last page. Enjoy fast, free shipping on this unforgettable novel today!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141182254
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2000
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 400
Description:
One of the twentieth century's great undisputed masterpieces, Malcolm Lowry's Under the Volcano includes an introduction by Michael Schmidt in Penguin Modern Classics.
It is the fiesta 'Day of the Dead' in the small Mexican town of Quauhnahuac. In the shadow of the volcano, ragged children beg coins to buy skulls made of chocolate, ugly pariah dogs roam the streets and Geoffrey Firmin - ex-consul, ex-husband, an alcoholic and a ruined man - is living out the last day of his life. Drowning himself in mescal while his former wife and half-brother look on, powerless to help him, the consul has become an enduring tragic figure. As the day wears on, it becomes apparent that Geoffrey must die. It is his only escape from a world he cannot understand. His story, the image of one man's agonised journey towards Calvary, became a prophetic book for a whole generation.
Malcolm Lowry (1909-1957) was born and died in England. Between school and studying English at St Catherine's College, Cambridge he spent five months at sea as a deckhand, an experience which gave him the material for his first novel, Ultramarine (1933). After marrying in Paris, he moved to New York where he completed In Ballast to the White (1936). Under The Volcano was begun in Hollywood, coloured by a short stay in the Mexico that it describes, and eventually finished in Dollarton, British Columbia.
If you enjoyed Under the Volcano, you might like F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Beautiful and the Damned, also available in Penguin Classics.
'A Faustian masterpiece'
Anthony Burgess
This product has FREE shipping however combined shipping for other products is not available with this item. Please allow up to 10 days for shipping.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141182254
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2000
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 400
Description:
One of the twentieth century's great undisputed masterpieces, Malcolm Lowry's Under the Volcano includes an introduction by Michael Schmidt in Penguin Modern Classics.
It is the fiesta 'Day of the Dead' in the small Mexican town of Quauhnahuac. In the shadow of the volcano, ragged children beg coins to buy skulls made of chocolate, ugly pariah dogs roam the streets and Geoffrey Firmin - ex-consul, ex-husband, an alcoholic and a ruined man - is living out the last day of his life. Drowning himself in mescal while his former wife and half-brother look on, powerless to help him, the consul has become an enduring tragic figure. As the day wears on, it becomes apparent that Geoffrey must die. It is his only escape from a world he cannot understand. His story, the image of one man's agonised journey towards Calvary, became a prophetic book for a whole generation.
Malcolm Lowry (1909-1957) was born and died in England. Between school and studying English at St Catherine's College, Cambridge he spent five months at sea as a deckhand, an experience which gave him the material for his first novel, Ultramarine (1933). After marrying in Paris, he moved to New York where he completed In Ballast to the White (1936). Under The Volcano was begun in Hollywood, coloured by a short stay in the Mexico that it describes, and eventually finished in Dollarton, British Columbia.
If you enjoyed Under the Volcano, you might like F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Beautiful and the Damned, also available in Penguin Classics.
'A Faustian masterpiece'
Anthony Burgess
This product has FREE shipping however combined shipping for other products is not available with this item. Please allow up to 10 days for shipping.
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