Ginger Man

Name: Ginger Man
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SKU: 9780349108759
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By J. P. Donleavy

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Summary

The Ginger Man by J. P. Donleavy is a ribald and riotous tale set in post-war Dublin, following the misadventures of the roguish Sebastian Dangerfield. This novel captures his hedonistic lifestyle as he navigates personal and financial chaos, weaving humour, pathos, and a vivid portrayal of life's unpredictability.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to tales of roguish charm, humorous adventures, and the vibrant chaos of post-war Dublin. With its richly drawn characters and sharp wit, it offers a unique exploration of life's absurdities and personal redemption.

Ginger Man

Feckless, unwashed and charming, Trinity College law student Sebastian Balfe Dangerfield is an Irish-American with an English accent. Dreaming of dollars and ready women, he stumbles from public house to pawnbrokers, murmering delusive enticements in the ear of any girl who'll listen.

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Feckless, unwashed, charming, penurious Sebastian Balfe Dangerfield, Trinity College Law student, Irish American with an English accent, marooned in the ould country and dreaming of dollars and ready women, stumbles from the public house to the pawnbroker's, murmuring delusive enticements in the ear of any girl who'll listen, in a delirious search of freedom, wealth, and the recognition he feels is his due.

Lyrical and ribald, illuminating, poignant, and hugely entertaining, The Ginger Man is a work of authentic comic genius.

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The Ginger Man by J. P. Donleavy is celebrated as a literary triumph for its impact on a generation. The novel is praised for its comic, raunchy, and delightful storytelling, capturing readers with its quality right from the opening line. Its picaresque nature and blend of lust, violence, and humour make it a standout.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780349108759

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 March 1997

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Abacus

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 124.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 280g

Pages: 352

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About the Author

J P Donleavy has written eleven novels, a book of short pieces and two novellas. He has had many exhibitions for his watercolours and paintings. He lives in Co Westmeath, Ireland.