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“Like all mystics (and many novelists, not least the present one) he is baffled, a child, before the real now; far happier out of it, in a narrative past or a prophetic future, locked inside that weird tence grammar does not allow, the imaginary present.”

Quote by John Fowles

Work

In this dystopian fiction, a young protagonist navigates a harsh, changed world where the remnants of humanity struggle to survive amidst the decay. The story delves into the protagonist's journey of growth and adaptation, highlighting the resilience of the human spirit. more

Author

John Fowles was an English novelist known for his unique narrative techniques and profound psychological insights. His works often explore themes of human nature, morality, and existentialism, with 'The French Lieutenant's Woman' and 'The Magus' being his most famous works. more

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