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Being There
Being There
Author: Jerzy Kosinski
The hero of this startling novel is called Chance, a name that carries ominous overtones: he may be the man of tomorrow. Chance is the quintessential anti-hero. His whole life has been spent in two solitary pursuits: tending a garden and watching television effortlessly and relentlessly. — In time, he leaves his garden, and his answers to ques...  more »
ISBN: 282602
Publication Date: 6/1972
Pages: 118
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Publisher: Bantam Books
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
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pastordel avatar reviewed Being There on + 43 more book reviews
a classic
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Chauncey Gardiner is one of the most interesting characters - a must for anyone who wants to be in the know of social references you might hear at a party.
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Very short and simple; a sort of pre-cursor to Forrest Gump. An enjoyable and quick read.
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This is the movie "tie-in" edition with Peter Sellers on the cover. If you enjoyed the movie and haven't read the novel I recommend it due to the differences between the two.


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