Description
In this allegorical tale, Chance, a simple gardener whose world has been confined to his small plot of land, is suddenly thrust into the complex and often absurd landscape of high society. With no knowledge of the outside world beyond his work and television, his every utterance, rooted in horticultural metaphors, is misinterpreted as profound wisdom. As he navigates political intrigue and media frenzy, Chance becomes an unlikely icon, revealing more about the society that elevates him than about himself. Jerzy Kosinski masterfully crafts a satirical commentary on perception, reality, and the superficiality of modern culture.
Available Editions
paperback
Grove/Atlantic, Incorporated
Published Jan 1, 2007
156 pages
ISBN: 9780802195814
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Details
First Published
1971
Language
pol
Translation
From: pol
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