The Drowned World by J G Ballard

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The Drowned World by J G Ballard

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The Drowned World by J G Ballard

Appearing in hardcover in America for the first time, this neglected Ballardian masterpiece promises to be a touchstone for environmentalists the world over.

First published in 1962, J.G. Ballard's mesmerizing and ferociously imaginative novel not only gained him widespread critical acclaim but also established his reputation as one of the finest writers of a generation. The Drowned World imagines a terrifying world in which global warming has melted the ice caps and primordial jungles have overrun a tropical London. Set during the year 2145, this novel follows biologist Dr. Robert Kearns and his team of scientists as they confront a cityscape in which nature is on the rampage and giant lizards, dragonflies, and insects fiercely compete for domination. Both an unmatched biological mystery and a brilliant retelling of Heart of Darkness--complete with a mad white hunter and his hordes of native soldiers--this powerful and beautifully clear (Brian Aldiss) work becomes a thrilling adventure with an oppressive power reminiscent of Conrad (Kingsley Amis).

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ISBN 13 9780871404060
ISBN 10 0871404060
Title The Drowned World
Author J G Ballard
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Liveright Publishing Corporation
Year published 2012-07-23
Number of pages 198
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.