After Darke

Name: After Darke
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9780349134932
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By Rick Gekoski

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After Darke by Rick Gekoski is a contemplative novel that delves into the turmoil of grief and self-discovery. The story follows James Darke, a retired headmaster, who isolates himself from the world after his wife's death. Through introspection and unexpected connections, he grapples with his past and seeks meaning in his altered life.
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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by stories of personal transformation and the complexities of human relationships. It delves into the life of a university professor grappling with the aftermath of a personal tragedy, offering insight into grief, memory, and the search for meaning. The intricate narrative and rich character development might appeal to those who appreciate literary fiction exploring profound emotional landscapes.

After Darke

The final instalment in the Darke trilogy

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Released from prison after serving his sentence for the assisted death of his wife, his health failing and his chronic impatience exacerbated, Dr James Darke self-isolates. But on his return, he understands that he is now a displaced person, lost in a new world for which his education and inclinations have not prepared him.

Irascible, misanthropic, intensely bookish, fastidious in his tastes and rich enough to indulge them, Darke is a happy shut-in, busily writing oppositional pamphlets and composing a literary hoax. But his daughter and the Bulgarian housekeeper she hired to look after him have other ideas.

After Darke is a moving, witty reflection on grief, ageing, and love in all its forms, and James Darke is one of the most memorable, exasperating yet loveable characters of contemporary fiction.

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After Darke offers a portrayal of an eloquent yet controversial antihero, James Darke, who is depicted as a reclusive and misanthropic bibliophile. The novel is noted for its sharp wit and critique of modern societal norms, providing a paradoxical pleasure through its protagonist's candid expressions of discontent. Reviewers highlight the novel's engaging exploration of negative emotions and its appeal to those disenchanted with pious and overly sentimental narratives.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780349134932

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 April 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Constable

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 126.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 220g

Pages: 288

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About the Author

Rick Gekoski came from his native America to do a Ph.D at Oxford, and went on to teach English at the University of Warwick. In 1982, sick of lecturing, he decided to become a full-time rare book dealer, specialising in important twentieth-century first editions and manuscripts. He lives in London and spends time each year in Paris and New Zealand.

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