{"title":"Mark Axelrod","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection of works by \u003cem\u003eMark Axelrod\u003c\/em\u003e, an acclaimed author celebrated for his imaginative and thought-provoking narratives. As a prolific writer in the realm of general fiction, Axelrod has a unique ability to craft stories that captivate and engage readers, drawing them into a world of literary exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works is the \u003cem\u003eMad Diary of Malcolm Malarky\u003c\/em\u003e, a book that showcases Axelrod's adeptness in blending creativity with poignant storytelling. The narrative is a testament to his expertise in pushing the boundaries of conventional fiction, inviting readers to delve into a rich tapestry of characters and themes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMark Axelrod's writing is characterised by a masterful use of language, clever humour, and an insightful examination of human nature. His works not only entertain but also prompt reflection, making them a valuable addition for any literary enthusiast. Browse our collection to discover the wit and wisdom of Mark Axelrod's fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mad-diary-of-malcom-malarky-by-mark-axelrod-9781628974423","title":"Mad Diary of Malcom Malarky","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Gogolian nightmare from the point of view of a small-town English professor.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Mad Diary of Malcolm Malarkey\u003c\/em\u003e is a kind of post-modern May-December black comedy about the 60ish, cancer-stricken, Oxford-educated, Irish-English literature professor, Malcolm Malarkey, who falls in love with the beautiful, 30ish Italian returning graduate student, Liliana Liliano. By then, she has tragically lost her husband in an auto accident. Malarkey has no respect for things that are politically correct and often runs into problems with the administration, if not the local police, while Liliana, after years of trying to crack the glass ceiling, quits the corporate world and returns to university to pursue her passion: literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter a relatively quick relationship, they fall in love. Though they have much in common and truly love each other, the potential stumbling block for them is her desperation to get pregnant, especially since she has already had a miscarriage not long before her husband died. Malarkey has already raised a family and is still ceaselessly harassed by his Brazilian ex and her bevy of blood-sucking barristers. The thought of starting a family again and potentially leaving Liliana a widow for a second time with a young child is a major dilemma for him. Try as he might to salvage the relationship, Malarkey eventually loses Liliana because of his multiple impotencies. Though Malarkey loves Liliana deeply, madly, she eventually breaks it off. True love may last forever, but eggs do not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMonths after their separation, Liliana meets and marries a Florentine who, in rapid succession, impregnates her with the children she most desires. Though Malarkey realizes the break was the best for her, it wasn't for him, and he tries in earnest to move on with his feckless existence, but not before telling her he'll love her forever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46712387731692,"sku":"9781628974423","price":34.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/27163303482767.jpg?v=1754293492"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/mark-axelrod.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}