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The Sound and the Fury
Paperback
Classic FictionGeneral FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781026001189
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 450
Weight: 1.38
Height: 0.91 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The story unfolds through four distinct perspectives, beginning with the fragmented, sensory-driven memories of Benjy, the youngest Compson brother. It moves through the obsessive, tortured reflections of Quentin and the cynical, bitter pragmatism of Jason, before concluding with a more objective view centered on Dilsey, the family's resilient servant. Each voice contributes to a haunting portrait of moral and financial decay.
Rich in symbolism and stylistic innovation, The Sound and the Fury remains a profound meditation on the nature of time and the human condition. Its legacy as a pillar of twentieth-century fiction rests on its emotional depth and its daring structural complexity, offering a challenging yet rewarding exploration of the American South's cultural transformation.
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