Description

In this debut novel, Lenore Stonecipher Beadsman navigates a surreal landscape of existential dread and absurdist humor as she grapples with a bizarre cast of characters and increasingly outlandish circumstances. From her demanding job at a publishing house to the eccentricities of her family and romantic entanglements, Lenore finds herself adrift in a world where meaning seems perpetually out of reach. The narrative plunges into themes of communication, identity, and the search for authenticity amidst the noise of modern life. Wallace's signature intricate prose and intellectual depth are on full display, offering a challenging yet rewarding exploration of the human condition.

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paperback edition cover

paperback

Penguin Mass Market

Published Jan 1, 2004

467 pages

ISBN: 9780142002421

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First Published

1987

Language

eng

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