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Inner Workings: Literary Essays 2000–2005

By J. M. Coetzee
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Inner Workings: Literary Essays 2000–2005 by J. M. Coetzee is a collection of insightful essays that delve into the world of literature. Coetzee examines the lives, works, and philosophies of various authors, offering critical analyses and personal reflections. Through his exploration, readers gain a deeper understanding of the literary landscape and the influences that shape it.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate insightful literary criticism and keen analysis of classic and contemporary literature. This collection of essays offers an engaging perspective on various authors and their works, showcasing the author's eloquence and depth of understanding. It's ideal for readers fascinated by the intersection of arts and culture and the detailed examination of literary artistry.

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Inner Workings: Literary Essays 2000–2005

Accessible introductions to some of the world’s most celebrated writers from Nobel Prize winner J. M. Coetzee.

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Inner Workings is the second of three collections of literary criticism by J. M. Coetzee to be republished by Text. It includes essays on Musil and Beckett, Saul Bellow, and Nadine Gordimer.

These are concise, accessible introductions to some of the world’s greatest writers, penned by a contemporary master.

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Inner Workings: Literary Essays 2000–2005 by J. M. Coetzee is praised for its thought-provoking nature and insightful questioning rather than providing straightforward answers, as noted by the Economist. The writing is described as both sharp and soothing, offering a gentle glow akin to a comforting night-light, according to the Age. The Sunday Star Times (NZ) lauds Coetzee as a significant and masterful figure in modern literature.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781922330413

Publisher: Text Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 May 2021

Country: Australia

Imprint: The Text Publishing Company

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 320

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Arts & Culture Biography & Memoir J. M. Coetzee Non-Fiction Penguin Books

About the Author

J. M. Coetzee was the first author to win the Booker Prize twice and was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 2003. His work includes Waiting for the Barbarians, Life & Times of Michael K, The Master of Petersburg, Disgrace and Diary of a Bad Year. His most recent writing is a trilogy of novels: The Childhood of Jesus, The Schooldays of Jesus and The Death of Jesus. He lives in Adelaide.

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