Arms Race & Other Stories

Name: Arms Race & Other Stories
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781922147981
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By Nic Low

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Arms Race & Other Stories by Nic Low is a collection of sharp, insightful narratives focusing on themes such as identity, displacement, and cultural tension. Author Nic Low explores modern life and its challenges through a variety of characters and settings, each story offering a unique perspective on contemporary society. The collection weaves together wit and social commentary, inviting readers to reflect on the complexities of our world.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this collection if you're drawn to inventive storytelling that explores themes of cultural identity and history with a touch of wit and introspection. The author crafts vivid narratives that weave together elements of realism and imagination, offering a unique perspective that challenges conventional boundaries.

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Data theft, internet memes and giant octopi. Nothing is spared in this idiosyncratic collection of short stories. Arms Race & Other Stories by Nic Low looks deep into the fragments of society and finds people who are lost in a landscape of greed and technological confusion.

His stories go beyond satire, aiming for the dark heart of our collective obsession with technology, power and image. Set variously in London, an Indian village, remote Mongolia, the West Australian outback and the mountains of New Zealand, these are prescient visions of the future and outlandish re-imaginings of the past.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Arms Race & Other Stories by Nic Low is praised for its sharp and politically engaged narratives that push thematic boundaries. The writing is described as fierce, uncompromising, and clever, successfully exploring contemporary anxieties and human nature with a mix of humour and insight. Reviewers highlight the book's energy, arresting images, and the way it challenges reader comfort zones while offering a compelling and dynamic reading experience.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781922147981

Publisher: Text Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 23 July 2014

Country: Australia

Imprint: The Text Publishing Company

Edition: UK ed.

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 274g

Pages: 250

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