Triple Fugue

Triple Fugue

Osbert Sitwell

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Tradd Street Press
Año de edición:
2026
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9781026053249
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'Triple Fugue' is a sophisticated collection of short stories by the influential British modernist writer Osbert Sitwell. This work showcases Sitwell’s sharp wit and his talent for cutting social satire, offering a series of narratives that probe the eccentricities and anxieties of post-war English society. The title piece, 'Triple Fugue,' is particularly renowned for its innovative structure and its exploration of the complexities of human identity and consciousness.Throughout the collection, Sitwell utilizes a rhythmic and evocative prose style to examine the lives of the intelligentsia and the upper classes, often with a critical and humorous eye. His stories are marked by an avant-garde sensibility that pushes the boundaries of the traditional short story form, making this volume a significant contribution to early 20th-century literature. From poignant character studies to biting social commentaries, the tales in 'Triple Fugue' capture a world in transition, reflecting the cultural shifts and artistic experimentation of the 1920s. This collection remains a vital example of Sitwell’s literary prowess and his enduring role in the modernist movement.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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