A Man In Full

Name: A Man In Full
Brand: Gardners Books Ltd
SKU: 9780099554776
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By Tom Wolfe

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Summary

'A Man In Full' by Tom Wolfe delves into the lives of several Atlanta characters, focusing on the trials of an influential real estate mogul facing bankruptcy. As various personal and economic crises unfold, the story explores themes of power, corruption, and social dynamics, culminating in a complex tapestry of Southern life. The narrative is rich in detail and layered with Wolfe's characteristic social commentary.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by a vividly portrayed mosaic of American society, capturing the complexities of wealth, racial tensions, and personal ambitions. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Atlanta, the narrative delves into the lives of dynamic characters facing pivotal moments of crisis and revelation. The compelling exploration of power dynamics and the human condition blends drama and wit, making it a rewarding read for those who appreciate deeply immersive storytelling.

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A dissection of greed-obsessed America a decade after The Bonfire of the Vanities and on the cusp of the millennium, from the master chronicler of American culture Tom Wolfe

Charlie Croker, once a fabled college football star, is now a late-middle-aged Atlanta real estate entrepreneur-turned conglomerate king.

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A Man In Full offers a dissection of greed-obsessed America, a decade after The Bonfire of the Vanities and on the cusp of the millennium, from the master chronicler of American culture, Tom Wolfe.

Charlie Croker, once a fabled college football star, is now a late-middle-aged Atlanta real estate entrepreneur-turned conglomerate king. His expansionist ambitions and outsize ego have at last hit up against reality. Charlie has a 28,000-acre quail shooting plantation, a young and demanding second wife, and a half-empty downtown tower with a staggering load of debt.

Wolfe shows us contemporary America with all the verve, wit, and insight that have made him our most admired novelist.

'Enthralling enough even to satisfy The Bonfire of the Vanities devotees... humane and redemptive' - Sunday Times

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Tom Wolfe's A Man in Full receives high praise for its impressive storytelling, rich characterisation, and vivid detail, with comparisons to the style of Dickens. It's noted for being both enthralling and redemptive, appealing to fans of Wolfe's previous work. Reviewers highlight its addictive nature, humour, and emotional depth, labelling it a masterpiece that offers a comprehensive view of the world.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780099554776

Publisher: Vintage Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 September 2011

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Vintage

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 40.0mm

Width: 131.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 534g

Pages: 752

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About the Author

Tom Wolfe (1930-2018) was the author of more than a dozen books, among them The Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test, The Right Stuff, The Bonfire of the Vanities, A Man in Full, I Am Charlotte Simmons and Back to Blood. He received the National Book Foundation's 2010 Medal for Distinguished Contribution to American Letters.

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