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Under Venus
Under Venus
Author: Peter Straub
America in the late 1960s -- a turbulent sea of change. Most Americans find themselves buffeted by winds of turmoil or swept away in the currents of destiny, and history. And Elliot Denmark, brilliant composer and expatriate, returns home to find himself in the eye of the storm. Back in his Midwest hometown, Elliot is caught between the urgent c...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780425070338
ISBN-10: 0425070336
Publication Date: 2/1/1985
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2.8 stars, based on 5 ratings
Publisher: Berkley Pub Group (Mm)
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
Members Wishing: 0
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The book is not typical of Straub. Couldn't quite get the plot.
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A seductive & haunting novel about a successful composer who returns to his home town after a long absence only to confront old loves & lingering loyalties as he tries to straighten out his personal life.


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