These provocative essays explore the links between literature, history and politics, through an examination of the work of Cervantes, Tolstoy, Proust, Musil, Roth, Platonov, Soltzhenitsyn, Grossman, Munif, Rushdie and others. Tariq Ali draws out common themes as well as polarities, and in each case locates the writer and his or her work in the appropriate political and historical context. The title essay is inspired by one of Proust's lesser-known reflections: if Zionism seeks a biblical homeland for the Jews on the basis of persecution, why not also look for a biblical homeland for gays and lesbians? This collection, showcasing Tariq Ali's range and polemical verve, will be sure to attract critical attention and a wide readership.
Die Inhaltsangabe kann sich auf eine andere Ausgabe dieses Titels beziehen.
Tariq Ali is a writer and filmmaker. He has written more than a dozen books on world history and politics-including Pirates of the Caribbean, Bush in Babylon, The Clash of Fundamentalisms and The Obama Syndrome-as well as five novels in his Islam Quintet series and scripts for the stage and screen. He is an editor of the New Left Review and lives in London.
„Über diesen Titel“ kann sich auf eine andere Ausgabe dieses Titels beziehen.
EUR 4,03 für den Versand von Vereinigtes Königreich nach Deutschland
Versandziele, Kosten & DauerEUR 42,98 für den Versand von USA nach Deutschland
Versandziele, Kosten & DauerAnbieter: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, Vereinigtes Königreich
Hardback. Zustand: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers GOR002021281
Anzahl: 3 verfügbar
Anbieter: Powell's Bookstores Chicago, ABAA, Chicago, IL, USA
Zustand: Used - Like New. 2009. Hardcover. Fine. Dust Jacket is Fine. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers C41310
Anzahl: 3 verfügbar
Anbieter: Goulds Book Arcade, Sydney, Newtown, Sydney, NSW, Australien
Hard Cover. Zustand: Very Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Very Good. The dust jacket has a texta mark. 294 pages. Books listed here are not stored at the shop. Please contact us if you want to pick up a book from Newtown. Size: Size E: 8"-9" Tall (204-227mm). Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 142041
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar
Anbieter: Libris Books, Southminster, Vereinigtes Königreich
Hardcover. Zustand: As New. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: As New. 1st Edition. London. Verso/New Left Books. 2009. Hard Cover. First Edition/First Printing (full number line including 1 to copyright page). Pott 4to 8" x 6¼ " [20cm x 10cm] approx. 284 pp. Burgundy boards with gilt titles to the spine. Dust jacket artwork shows 'An Elder of Sodom' by Sohail c.1970. Signed by the author to the front free endpaper, dated Edinburgh 2009. Book and jacket are as new. Written over the last four decades, these provocative essays and diary entries explore the links between literature, history and politics. Training a critical, imaginative and occasionally a satirical eye on the works of varied writers including Cervantes, Tolstoy, Proust, Joyce, Musil, Roth, Powell, Platonov, Solzhenitsyn, Grossman, Munif, Goytisolo and Rushdie Ali discusses common themes as well as polarities, first impressions and re-readings, always seeking to contextualize the text in the political and historical milieu of its creation. I. Inscribed by Author(s). Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 2328APR001
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar
Anbieter: Nilbog Books, Portland, ME, USA
Hardcover. Zustand: New. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: New. First Edition (1st printing), This is a New and Unread copy of the first edition (1st printing)L. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 033793
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar
Anbieter: SuzyQBooks, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
Hardcover. Zustand: Fine. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Fine. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 020373
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar
Anbieter: ROBIN SUMMERS BOOKS LTD, Aldeburgh, Vereinigtes Königreich
Zustand: Very Good. First edition. Hardback. Signed by the author. Near fine in near fine dust jacket. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers C211234
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar
Anbieter: HPB-Ruby, Dallas, TX, USA
hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers S_444924021
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar