Wise Children

(Author) Angela Carter
Format: Paperback
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A comic tale of the tangled fortunes of two theatrical families, the Hazards and the Chances, spanning several generations in London.

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Publisher:
Random House
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
258
Language:
en
ISBN:
9780099981107
Publish year:
1992
Publish date:
Jan. 16, 1992

Angela Carter

Angela Carter was a British writer known for her feminist and magical realist works. Her most notable works include "The Bloody Chamber," a collection of dark and twisted fairy tales, and "Nights at the Circus," a novel blending fantasy and social commentary. Carter's writing style is characterized by lush prose, rich imagery, and subversive themes that challenge traditional gender roles and societal norms. She is considered a pioneer of feminist literature and has had a significant impact on the genre of magical realism. "The Bloody Chamber" remains her most famous work, praised for its reimagining of classic fairy tales with a feminist twist. Angela Carter's contributions to literature continue to inspire readers and writers alike with her unique and provocative storytelling.

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