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Big Blonde

By Dorothy Parker
Series: Little Clothbound Classics
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Big Blonde by Dorothy Parker is a poignant exploration of the life of Hazel Morse, a woman renowned for her vivacity and charm yet plagued by her own inner struggles. Set against the backdrop of society's expectations, it delves into themes of identity, loneliness, and the pursuit of happiness. This tale provides a critical, nuanced look at the complexities of a woman's search for fulfilment in the early 20th century.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to stories exploring complex female characters and societal expectations. Dorothy Parker weaves a poignant and sharp narrative that delves into themes of beauty, identity, and the pressures of conformity with her signature wit and keen observations. This work may appeal to readers who appreciate character-driven tales with a mix of humour and melancholy.

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Big Blonde

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Introducing Little Clothbound Classics – irresistible, mini editions of short stories, novellas and essays from the world's greatest writers, designed by the award-winning Coralie Bickford-Smith.

Dorothy Parker was the most talked-about woman of the decadent 1920s, notorious as a hard-drinking bad girl with a talent for endlessly quotable one-liners. In the stories collected here, she brilliantly captures the spirit of the decadent Jazz Age in New York, exposing both the dazzle and the darkness.

This selection includes among others The Standard of Living, Mr Durant and her masterpiece, Big Blonde.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241609934

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 03 November 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 120.0mm

Height: 167.0mm

Weight: 191g

Pages: 160

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Dorothy Parker Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction Penguin Books Penguin Classics Series: Little Clothbound Classics

About the Author

Dorothy Parker (1893-1967) was a celebrated poet, short story writer, critic, and an Oscar-nominated screenwriter. Much of her work was published in magazines including Vanity Fair and The New Yorker.

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