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Françoise Sagan
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Binding
Paperback
Number of Pages
240
Age Group
All
Language
English
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Book Summary
This collection offers two classic novellas in a single volume, a sharp and stylish foray into adolescence, desire, and the moral pressures of society on the French Riviera. Its central themes—youthful longing, social codes, and the costs of choosing one's own path—resonate with adult readers who value concise, provocative storytelling. The tone is cool, observant, and unsparing, with a keen eye for wit and consequence.
The content is presented as two compact, narrative-driven stories, brought to life in a faithful English translation and enhanced by an introduction from a respected contemporary writer and a new afterword by the translator. The reading experience feels intimate and precise: economical, image-rich prose, a sun-drenched setting that hints at danger beneath the glitter, and moral questions that unfold with discipline and nuance.
What you gain after finishing is a sharper understanding of how desire collides with expectation, and a renewed appreciation for precise, fearless storytelling that lingers long after the last page.
Product Details
Author
Françoise Sagan
Publisher
Penguin Random House
Number of Pages
240
Language
English
SKU
9780141198750
ISBN
9780141198750
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
13x1.4x19.8cm
Binding
Paperback
MRP: ₹ 499
₹ 425
₹ 74 Off