One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest

Name: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
Brand: Penguin Random House Distribution
SKU: 9780141187884
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By Ken Kesey

Series: Penguin Modern Classics

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One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest is a captivating exploration of power and rebellion within a mental institution in the 1960s. The story follows Randle McMurphy, a charismatic and rebellious new patient, who challenges the oppressive regime of the tyrannical Nurse Ratched. Through McMurphy's defiance, the novel delves into themes of individuality, authority, and the struggle for freedom.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy stories that explore themes of individuality, power, and mental health in a compelling setting. You'll be captivated by the clash between a rebellious patient and an authoritarian nurse in a mental institution, highlighting the broader struggles of human spirit against oppression. If you appreciate character-driven narratives with powerful social commentary, this book is a must-read.

One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest

Tyrannical Nurse Ratched rules her ward in an Oregon State mental hospital with a strict and unbending routine, unopposed by her patients, who remain cowed by mind-numbing medication and the threat of electroshock therapy. But her regime is disrupted by the arrival of McMurphy - who resolves to oppose her rules on behalf of his fellow inmates.

Pitching an extraordinary battle between cruel authority and a rebellious free spirit, Ken Kesey's One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest is a novel that epitomises the spirit of the sixties. This Penguin Classics edition includes a preface, never-before published illustrations by the author, and an introduction by Robert Faggen.

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Boisterous, ribald, and ultimately shattering, Ken Kesey's One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest is the seminal novel of the 1960s that has left an indelible mark on the literature of our time.

Here is the unforgettable story of a mental ward and its inhabitants, especially the tyrannical Big Nurse Ratched and Randle Patrick McMurphy, the brawling, fun-loving new inmate who resolves to oppose her.

We see the struggle through the eyes of Chief Bromden, the seemingly mute half-Indian patient who witnesses and understands McMurphy's heroic attempt to do battle with the awesome powers that keep them all imprisoned.

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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest by Ken Kesey is widely praised for its compelling narrative and vivid character development. Reviewers often highlight the powerful critique of institutional systems and the exploration of themes like individuality versus conformity. The book's portrayal of a mental hospital and its cast of characters, led by the rebellious McMurphy, resonates with readers for its emotional depth and commentary on human rights and freedom. The narrative's blend of humour and tragedy is also frequently noted.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141187884

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 May 2005

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

Introduction by Robert Faggen
Foreword by Chuck Palahniuk
Preface by Ken Kesey

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 19.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 199.0mm

Weight: 240g

Pages: 320

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About the Author

Ken Kesey (1935-2001) was raised in Oregon, graduated from the University of Oregon, and later studied at Stanford University. He was the author of four novels, two children's books, and several works of nonfiction.