Louis-Ferdinand Céline

Name: Louis-Ferdinand Céline
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SKU: 9781789144673
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Journeys to the Extreme

By Damian Catani and Dr Damian Catani

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Louis-Ferdinand Céline by Damian Catani is a captivating and insightful biography that delves into the life and controversial legacy of the renowned French writer. The book explores Céline's tumultuous journey, his groundbreaking literary contributions, and the polarising nature of his political views. Through meticulous research, Catani offers a balanced perspective on Céline's complex character and lasting influence on 20th-century literature.
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You might enjoy this biography if you're interested in exploring the life and works of diverse and controversial literary figures, and how their complex personalities are reflected in their writings. This book delves into the provocative and often tumultuous life of one such author, providing insights into his legacy and influence on modern literature.

Louis-Ferdinand Céline

The first English-language biography in twenty years of innovative French novelist Louis-Ferdinand Céline.

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Louis-Ferdinand Céline was one of the most innovative novelists of the twentieth century, and his influence both in his native France and beyond remains huge. This book sheds light on Céline's groundbreaking novels, which drew extensively on his complex life: he rose from humble beginnings to worldwide literary fame, then dramatically fell from grace only to return, belatedly, to the limelight.

Céline's subversive writing remains fresh and urgent today, despite his controversial political views and inflammatory pamphlets that threatened to ruin his reputation. The first English-language biography of Céline in over two decades, this book explores new material and reminds us why the author belongs in the pantheon of modern greats.

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Louis-Ferdinand Céline by Damian Catani has been praised for its skilful intertwining of Céline's life story with his literary achievements, highlighting his complex nature. The book presents Céline as a significant yet controversial figure in 20th-century literature, showcasing both his exceptional talent and his notable personal flaws. Marie Darrieussecq recognises him as a pioneering French writer who revolutionised literary language, despite his contentious character.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781789144673

Publisher: Reaktion Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 13 September 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Reaktion Books

Illustration: 27 illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 156.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 392

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About the Author

Damian Catani is Senior Lecturer in French at the Department of Cultures and Languages at Birkbeck, University of London. His most recent book is Evil: A History in Modern French Literature and Thought (2013).