Death of a She Devil

Name: Death of a She Devil
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SKU: 9781784979614
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By Fay Weldon

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Death of a She Devil by Fay Weldon is a satirical and bold exploration of gender and power dynamics. The story unfolds around Ruth, a woman determined to topple the inequalities of the patriarchy, who resides in a world where women have achieved dominance. However, this reversal of fortunes brings about its own challenges and chaos, making the novel a sharp commentary on the complexities of gender politics.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy satirical tales with a sharp feminist edge, blending dark humour with an exploration of gender dynamics. Fay Weldon's clever prose and engaging storytelling create a refreshing take on power, ambition, and the roles of men and women in society. If you appreciate a novel that challenges traditional views with wit and intelligence, this one will likely captivate you.

Death of a She Devil

Sequel to The Life and Loves of a She Devil. In Weldon's 1983 classic, women fought men for power and won. But now the fight continues on a new front. A modern twist on the battle of the sexes.

Sequel to The Life and Loves of a She Devil. In Weldon's 1983 classic, women fought men for power and won. But now the fight continues on a new front. A modern twist on the battle of the sexes.

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In Fay Weldon's 1983 classic, The Life and Loves of a She Devil, women fought men for power and won. But in 2018, the fight continues on a new front...

Ruth Patchett, the original She Devil, is eighty-four and keen to retire. She has worked hard to make the world as she wants it: women triumphant, men submissive. Now she is tired. Her business is done. The mantle of power and influence is up for grabs.

Who can take up the role? Valerie Valeria, hot-shot millennial and Ruth's PA, is ready and eager to inherit...

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Death of a She Devil by Fay Weldon is widely praised for being elegantly written and sharply perceptive, blending black humour with astute observations on the women's movement. Many reviewers highlight its status as a fierce and funny satire on feminism, noting its politically incorrect edge and mischievous prose. The novel is described as a brilliant black comedy and is considered both bawdy and controversial, showcasing Weldon's defiant and amused take on contemporary issues.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781784979614

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 October 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Head of Zeus

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 253g

Pages: 352

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Fay Weldon Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction

About the Author

Fay Weldon is now recognized as one of our most important and distinctive literary voices. She published her first novel, A Fat Woman's Joke, in 1967, and has gone on to write over thirty works. In 2001, she received a CBE for services to literature.

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