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The London Trilogy Seria

This series plunges into the dramatic and often satirical life of John Self, a man consumed by money and fleeting pleasures in post-war London. His existence is a relentless pursuit of wealth and sensory gratification, yet it leaves him increasingly estranged from genuine human connection. Despite his outward bravado, John grapples with an underlying emptiness and a profound sense of self-alienation. The narratives brilliantly capture the absurdities of contemporary existence and the futile quest for happiness in a materialist society.

Lonodn Fields
Money

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  1. Money

    • 464 strony
    • 17 godzin czytania

    John Self navigates a hedonistic lifestyle filled with excess, indulging in alcohol, drugs, and consumerism while working in the film industry between London and New York. His reckless behavior attracts unwanted attention from a stalker, forcing him to confront the darker truths behind his success. The narrative is infused with sharp humor and a critique of modern excess, capturing the chaotic essence of a man driven by insatiable desires. Andrew O'Hagan's new introduction adds further depth to this compelling exploration of consumption and identity.

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  2. Lonodn Fields

    'A true story, a murder story, a love story and a thriller bursting with humour, sex and often dazzling language' Independent

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    3,7