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The Way of All Flesh
The Way of All Flesh
Author: Samuel Butler
This devasting indictment of Victorian values presents an ironic and incisive portrait, of a determined young man in revolt against father, religion, society, self. In describing Ernest Pontifex's flight to freedom, Samuel Butler illustrated the emotional and intellectual experiences of every artist who educates himself through trial and error. ...  more »
ISBN: 144324
Publication Date: 1960
Pages: 384
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Publisher: The New American Library
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover, Audio CD
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Almost universally rated as one of the classic fiction, and it's deserved. Completed in the 1880's, but not published until 1903, after his death, because it was nearly autobiographical. I've come to appreciate 19th century novels, with their rich descriptions, character development, language craft, smooth humor--and thought-provoking points and themes. It's not a fast read, but I'd say well worth an unhurried journey.
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Good story, just didn't care for writing style


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