Description
In Wilson Harris's "The Infinite Rehearsal," the Faustian legend is reimagined through a postcolonial lens, subverting its European origins. The narrative follows Robin Redbreast Glass, a spectral figure who grapples with an unwillingness to depart the earthly realm. This profound work delves into themes of memory, identity, and the lingering echoes of history, questioning the very nature of reality and the boundaries between life and death. Harris masterfully weaves a complex tapestry of myth and metaphor, inviting readers to contemplate the enduring power of the past and its hold on the present.
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hardcover
Faber & Faber
Published Jan 1, 1987
96 pages
ISBN: 9780571148851
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First Published
1987
Language
eng
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