Category Fiction
Cover Type Paperback
Type Fiction
Reading Level Advanced
Language English

ISBN 9780141181875

Rs. 960

Penguin Classics

Ada or Ardor

Ada or Ardor

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Who it's for: readers seeking sophisticated language and psychological depth

Ada, or Ardor is a richly detailed and complex narrative exploring the forbidden love between Van and Ada Veen, who, in a twist, are revealed to be siblings. Set in an alternate world that blends past and future, the novel examines themes of memory, time, and desire. Why Read This Book Nabokov’s prose is exquisitely intricate, offering a deep, multi-layered reading experience. Explores taboo subjects and the complexities of human emotions and relationships. Combines science fiction elements with philosophical exploration, creating a unique genre blend. A profound literary work for readers seeking sophisticated language and psychological depth. About the Author Vladimir Nabokov (1899–1977) was a Russian-American novelist best known for his controversial novel Lolita. His works, marked by stylistic mastery and intricate narrative structures, have earned him a lasting place in modern literature.

Highlights

  • Explores forbidden love between siblings Van and Ada Veen
  • Set in an alternate world blending past and future
  • Nabokov's intricate prose offers a multi-layered reading experience
  • Combines science fiction elements with philosophical exploration
  • Examines themes of memory, time, and desire

Themes

Forbidden love · Memory · Time · Desire · Alternate worlds

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Category Fiction
ISBN 9780141181875
Cover Type Paperback
Type Fiction
Reading Level Advanced
Language English
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SKU 2010000091913

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Questions about this book

What is the book about?

It's a complex narrative about the forbidden love between Van and Ada Veen, who are revealed to be siblings, set in an alternate world.

Who is the author?

Vladimir Nabokov, a Russian-American novelist known for Lolita and other works with stylistic mastery.

What genre is this book?

It's fiction that combines science fiction elements with philosophical exploration.

What themes does it explore?

It examines themes of memory, time, and desire, along with taboo subjects and complex human emotions.

Is it a difficult read?

Yes, Nabokov's prose is intricate and multi-layered, suited for readers seeking sophisticated language and psychological depth.