Description
The twenty-first-century revival of James Purdy continues with his classic novel of innocence and corruption. Introduced simply as "the boy on the bench", the titular character of Malcolm is a Candide-like figure who is picked up by the "most famous astrologer of his period" and introduced to a series of increasingly absurd characters and bizarre situations.
About the Author
James Purdy, born in 1914, is undergoing a major literary renaissance. The author of Malcolm and now The Complete Short Stories of James Purdy, he lived in New York until his death in 2009.
Reviews
"The most prodigiously funny book to streak across these heavy-hanging times." -- Dorothy Parker
Book Information
ISBN 9780871409577
Author James Purdy
Format Paperback
Page Count 256
Imprint Liveright Publishing Corporation
Publisher WW Norton & Co
Weight(grams) 205g
Dimensions(mm) 211mm * 142mm * 18mm
About the Author
James Purdy, born in 1914, is undergoing a major literary renaissance. The author of Malcolm and now The Complete Short Stories of James Purdy, he lived in New York until his death in 2009.
Reviews
"The most prodigiously funny book to streak across these heavy-hanging times." -- Dorothy Parker
Book Information
ISBN 9780871409577
Author James Purdy
Format Paperback
Page Count 256
Imprint Liveright Publishing Corporation
Publisher WW Norton & Co
Weight(grams) 205g
Dimensions(mm) 211mm * 142mm * 18mm
