A captivating collection of writings on Southern life by one of the masters of American literature Published just after Walker Percy's death, Signposts in a Strange Land takes readers through the philosophical, religious, and literary ideas of one of the South's most profound and unique thinkers. E
Signposts in a Strange Land
β Scribed by Walker Percy
- Book ID
- 100211600
- Publisher
- Open Road Media
- Year
- 2011
- Tongue
- English
- Weight
- 396 KB
- Edition
- Online-ausg
- Category
- Fiction
- ISBN
- 1453216375
No coin nor oath required. For personal study only.
β¦ Synopsis
Writings on the South, Catholicism, and more from the National Book Award winner: "His nonfiction is always entertaining and enlightening" (Library Journal).
Published just after Walker Percy's death, Signposts in a Strange Land takes readers through the philosophical, religious, and literary ideas of one of the South's most profound and unique thinkers. Each essay is laced with wit and insight into the human condition. From race relations and the mysteries of existence, to Catholicism and the joys of drinking bourbon, this collection offers a window into the underpinnings of Percy's celebrated novels and brings to light the stirring thoughts and voice of a giant of twentieth century literature.
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