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South Wind
Paperback
HumorGeneral FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781022951846
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 324
Weight: 1.00
Height: 0.68 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Norman Douglas's South Wind offers a biting satire of early 20th-century society, set against the idyllic backdrop of an Italian island. This philosophical fiction explores themes of hedonism and the lives of British expats drawn to the Mediterranean's alluring charm. A classic work of humorous literature, South Wind uses wit and sharp observation to dissect the conventions and moral complexities of its characters. Douglas masterfully crafts a timeless tale that probes the nature of pleasure, morality, and the human condition. Readers will find themselves captivated by the enduring relevance of this literary gem, meticulously prepared for print republication.
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