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South Wind
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781479477913
Publisher: Wildside Press
Published: Sep 16 2024
Pages: 336
Weight: 1.09
Height: 0.75 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A satirical novel set on the fictional Mediterranean island of Nepenthe, South Wind explores the interplay of ideas, cultures, and human desires through a rich cast of eccentric characters. The novel's main plot revolves around Bishop Heard, who arrives on the island in a state of moral and physical crisis. As the island's languid atmosphere and free-spirited residents challenge his rigid worldview, the story unfolds with wit, philosophical musings, and a dose of hedonistic humor. A contemplative exploration of morality, freedom, and human nature.
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