Synopsis
Once again the incomparable Gore Vidal interprets and animates history -- this time in a panoramic tour of the 5th century B.C. -- and embellishes it with his own ironic humor, brilliant insights, and piercing observations. We meet a vast array of historical figures in a staggering novel of love, war, philosophy, and adventure . . .
"There isn't a page of CREATION that doesn't inform and very few pages that do not delight."
-- John Leonard, The New York Times
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Review
Our greatest living historical novelist. (ANTHONY BURGESS)
An historical novel of awesome scope and scholarship. (OBSERVER)
Highly absorbing, rich in history, irony and erudition. (GUARDIAN)
Splendid, serene, magisterial. (SUNDAY TIMES)
About the Author
Gore Vidal was at the centre of literary and intellectual life for half a century and wrote 'The Narratives of a Golden Age' series as well as countless bestsellers. He died on 31st July 2012.
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Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. The incomparable Gore Vidal interprets and animates history--this time in a panoramic tour of the 5th century B.C.--and embellishes it with his own ironic humor, brilliant insights and piercing observations. Includes a new Preface by the author. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved. Due to age and/or environmental conditions, the pages of this book have darkened. Solid binding. Moderate edgewear on the boards. Moderate shelf wear. Please note the image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item. Book. Seller Inventory # 123785593
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