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The Death of Francis Bacon
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The Death of Francis Bacon
A bold and brilliant short work by the author of Grief is the Thing with Feathers and Lanny.
A bold and brilliant short work by the author of Grief is the Thing with Feathers and Lanny.
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'A little masterpiece.' - Irish Times
'Luminous.' - Observer
'One of our most exciting writers.' - The Spectator
Madrid. Unfinished. Man dying.
A great painter lies on his deathbed. In seven extraordinary written pictures, untethered from reality, Max Porter translates the explosive final workings of the artist's mind.
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The Death of Francis Bacon by Max Porter is celebrated for its experimental and poetic prose, reflecting the chaotic and introspective final thoughts of the artist Francis Bacon. Critics have admired Porter's unique ability to evoke vivid imagery and complex emotions, though some readers may find the style challenging. This novel is highly recommended for those interested in a literary exploration of art and legacy.
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ISBN: 9780571370702
Publisher: Faber & Faber
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 06 January 2022
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Faber & Faber
Edition: Main
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 5.0mm
Width: 111.0mm
Height: 178.0mm
Weight: 64g
Pages: 80
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About the Author
Max Porter is the author of Lanny, longlisted for the Booker Prize, and Grief Is the Thing with Feathers, winner of the International Dylan Thomas Prize and shortlisted for the Guardian First Book Award and the Goldsmiths Prize. He is the recipient of the Sunday Times/Peter, Fraser + Dunlop Young Writer of the Year award.
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