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London Triptych
Three men, three lives and three eras sinuously entwine in a dark, startling and unsettling narrative of sex, exploitation and dependence set against London's strangely constant gay underworld.
Jonathan Kemp is the author of the highly praised Twentysix, a milestone of literary erotica in the tradition of Georges Bataille and Jean Genet. His second novel, Ghosting, was published to widespread critical acclaim in 2015. Kemp teaches creative writing, literature and queer theory at Birkbeck, University of London. Kemp was born in Manchester and now lives in London.
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Three men, three lives, and three eras sinuously entwine in a dark, startling, and unsettling narrative of sex, exploitation, and dependence set against London's strangely constant gay underworld.
Jack Rose begins his apprenticeship as a rent boy with Alfred Taylor in the 1890s and finds that a life of pleasure and excess leads him to new friendships, most notably with the soon-to-be infamous Oscar Wilde. A century later, David tells his own tale of unashamed decadence while waiting to be released from prison, addressing his story to the lover who betrayed him.
Where their paths cross, in the politically sensitive 1950s, the artist Colin Read tentatively explores his sexuality as he draws in preparation for his most ambitious painting yet—London Triptych. Rent boys, aristocrats, artists, and felons populate this bold debut as Jonathan Kemp skilfully interweaves the lives and loves of three very different men across the decades.
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London Triptych by Jonathan Kemp is praised for its vivid portrayal of three intertwined stories set in different eras of London's gay history. Critics highlight its exploration of male prostitution and the universal quest for freedom, drawn with rich, engaging characters and beautiful language. The novel evokes a raw, emotional depth, with comparisons to literary figures like Oscar Wilde and Alan Hollinghurst, making it a compelling read for those interested in a gritty yet lyrical depiction of hidden London lives.
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ISBN: 9780956251534
Publisher: Myriad Editions
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 19 August 2010
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Myriad Editions
Audience: General / adult
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Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 0g
Pages: 256
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About the Author
Jonathan Kemp teaches creative writing, literature and queer theory. He also DJs. Originally from the North, he has lived in London for twenty years.
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