Description

In this groundbreaking modernist novel, Renata Adler plunges readers into the fragmented and often surreal world of Jen Fain, a young journalist navigating the disorienting landscape of 1970s New York City. Through a series of vignettes and observations, the narrative captures the ephemeral nature of modern life, exploring themes of alienation, identity, and the elusive search for meaning amidst urban chaos. Adler's distinctive, sharp prose dissects the anxieties and absurdities of contemporary existence, offering a profound and unforgettable portrait of a generation grappling with a rapidly changing world.

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paperback edition cover

paperback

Harpercollins

Published Jan 1, 1988

178 pages

ISBN: 9780060971434

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Details

First Published

1976

Language

eng

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for Speedboat by Renata Adler.

Death/Grief