ISBN 9780099468646
Rs. 1,440
Vintage
Earthly Powers
Who it's for: Readers of literary fiction and historical novels
"Earthly Powers" is an expansive novel by Anthony Burgess, author of "A Clockwork Orange." It traces the intertwined lives of two distinct 20th-century figures: Kenneth Toomey, a celebrated yet controversial novelist, and Don Carlo Campanati, a shrewd clergyman who ascends to become a transformative Pope. Their complex relationship unfolds against a rich tapestry of social, literary, and political events across America and Europe, as Burgess explores the very essence of power, ambition, and belief.Why You Should Read? Explores profound themes of power, morality, and celebrity through two compelling protagonists. Offers a panoramic and insightful view of 20th-century intellectual and political life. Showcases Anthony Burgess's masterful storytelling, linguistic dexterity, and incisive character development. A sweeping narrative blending historical fiction with deep philosophical inquiry, considered by many to be Burgess's masterpiece.
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- By Anthony Burgess, author of A Clockwork Orange
- Follows Kenneth Toomey, a controversial novelist, and Don Carlo Campanati, who becomes Pope
- Spans social, literary, and political events across America and Europe
- Explores themes of power, ambition, and belief
- Panoramic view of 20th-century intellectual and political life
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Who is the author of Earthly Powers?
Anthony Burgess, best known for A Clockwork Orange.
What is the book about?
It follows the intertwined lives of Kenneth Toomey, a novelist, and Don Carlo Campanati, a clergyman who becomes Pope, against a backdrop of 20th-century events.
What themes does the book explore?
It explores power, ambition, belief, morality, and celebrity.
Is this a historical novel?
It blends historical fiction with philosophical inquiry, covering events across America and Europe in the 20th century.