The Rub of Time
Bellow, Nabokov, Hitchens, Travolta, Trump. Essays and Reportage, 1986-2016
(Autor) Martin AmisOf all the great novelists writing today, none shows the same gift as Martin Amis for writing non-fiction - his essays, literary criticism and journalism are justly acclaimed. As Rachel Cusk wrote in the The Times, reviewing a previous collection, 'Amis is as talented a journalist as he is a novelist, but these essays all manifest an unusual extra quality, one that is not unlike friendship. He makes an effort; he makes readers feel that they are the only person there.' The essays in The Rub of Time range from superb critical pieces on Amis's heroes Nabokov, Bellow and Larkin to brilliantly funny ruminations on sport, Las Vegas, John Travolta and the pornography industry. The collection includes his essay on Princess Diana and a tribute to his great friend Christopher Hitchens, but at the centre of the book, perhaps inevitably, are essays on politics, and in particular the American election campaigns of 2012 and 2016. One of the very few consolations of Donald Trump's rise to power is that Martin Amis is there to write about him.
Martin Amis
Martin Amis is a British novelist and essayist known for his darkly comic and satirical writing style. He has written over 20 books, including "Money" (1984), "London Fields" (1989), and "The Information" (1995). Amis is known for his sharp wit, distinctive voice, and exploration of contemporary issues in his work. His writing often delves into themes of morality, society, and the human condition. Amis has been a prominent figure in the literary world and has made significant contributions to the genre of postmodern fiction. His most famous work is arguably "Money," which is considered a modern classic of British literature. With his unique storytelling and provocative themes, Martin Amis continues to be a influential figure in contemporary literature.
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