Books matching: metafictional epistolary novel
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Save:The Trick of It' by Michael Frayn is a novel that delves into the world of writing and relationships, following the story of Richard, an English academic who becomes infatuated with a famous female author he admires. The narrative unfolds through letters where Richard shares his thoughts and experiences, revealing a disastrous relationship fueled by envy and hero worship. The book explores the complexities of fiction writing, questioning the methods and motivations of writers, blurring the lines between reality and storytelling.
The writing style of 'The Trick of It' is praised for its wit, humor, and intelligence. Readers commend the author for his ability to craft laugh-out-loud funny sentences that are rich with creativity, imagination, and wisdom. The novel is described as sublimely enjoyable, wickedly funny, and bitingly intelligent, capturing the irrational peaks and troughs of emotions in love and relationships.
'The Revolution According to Raymundo Mata' by Gina Apostol explores the story of Raymundo Mata's involvement in the early Filipino revolutionary movement, paralleled with the events surrounding the Spanish American War and the French Revolution. Through a unique narrative structure, blending personal anecdotes of Filipino culture and semi-biographical elements, the book delves into Mata's recruitment, his interactions with historical figures like Jose Rizal, and the complexities of revolutions and fame. The writing style is described as language acrobatics, filled with literary excellence, brilliant sentences, and a metafictional approach that pays homage to postmodern writers like Nabokov and Borges.
