And the Ass Saw the Angel: Popular Penguins

Name: And the Ass Saw the Angel: Popular Penguins
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780141045610
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By Nick Cave

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In And the Ass Saw the Angel, Nick Cave crafts a dark, atmospheric tale that delves into themes of isolation and madness. The story centres on Euchrid Eucrow, a mute and marginalised figure in a deeply religious, rural community. Haunted by inner demons and visions, Euchrid's journey unravels amid the backdrop of fanaticism and mystery. This gripping narrative paints a surreal yet poignant picture of an outsider's struggle and the darkness within.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy dark and atmospheric storytelling, featuring vividly drawn characters wrestling with themes of fate and salvation. Nick Cave's distinctive prose weaves a rich tapestry of Southern Gothic elements that are both haunting and poetic, ideal for readers who appreciate a bit of grit and mysticism.

And the Ass Saw the Angel: Popular Penguins

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Outcast and mute, Euchrid Eucrow of Ukulore inhabits a nightmarish Southern valley of preachers, incest, and ignorance. When the God-fearing folk of the town declare a foundling child to be chosen by the Almighty, Euchrid is disturbed. He sees her very differently, and his conviction, and increasing isolation and insanity, may have terrible consequences for them both.

Compelling and astonishing, Nick Cave's acclaimed first novel is a fantastic journey into a world of Gothic tragedy.

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And the Ass Saw the Angel: Popular Penguins by Nick Cave is lauded for its vivid and poetic prose, exploring themes of tragedy, madness, and obsession. Readers often appreciate Cave's unique narrative voice and the dark, atmospheric setting he crafts, though some find the novel's intensity and complexity challenging. The book's rich character development and the immersive storytelling style are highlighted as strengths, appealing to those who enjoy literary fiction with a gothic touch.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141045610

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 29 June 2009

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 112.0mm

Height: 179.0mm

Weight: 178g

Pages: 324

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About the Author

Nick Cave was born in Australia in 1957. As a member of the seminal rock band The Birthday Party, and latterly the front man of The Bad Seeds, Nick Cave has achieved worldwide acclaim for both his songwriting skills and for his charged stage performances. His film appearances have also been numerous, with appearances in cult classics such as John Hillcoat's Ghosts of the Civil Dead and alongside Brad Pitt in Johnny Suede. The Ass Saw the Angel also quickly achieved cult status on its original publication.

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