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Tarr
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ISBN13: 9781023564779
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 29 2025
Pages: 296
Weight: 1.30
Height: 0.69 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Percy Wyndham Lewis's Tarr is a sharp and satirical novel exploring the tumultuous intersection of art, bohemianism, and intellectual life in the early 20th century. Set against the backdrop of pre-World War I Europe, this English fiction delves into the lives of artists and thinkers navigating a world on the brink of dramatic change.
A powerful example of modernism, Tarr offers a biting commentary on societal norms and the artistic avant-garde. Lewis masterfully uses satire to dissect the pretensions and passions of his characters, creating a compelling and thought-provoking narrative. This historical work provides a glimpse into a pivotal era, capturing the anxieties and aspirations of a generation facing unprecedented upheaval. Tarr remains a relevant and insightful exploration of the human condition, offering timeless observations on art, love, and the search for meaning in a world in crisis.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
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