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The Dwarf

The Dwarf

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by Pär Lagerkvist, Alexandra Dick (Trans.)
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Pär Lagerkvist's richly philosophical novel The Dwarf is an exploration of individual and social identity. The novel, set in a time when Italian towns feuded over the outcome of the last feud, centers on a social outcast, the court dwarf Piccoline. From his special vantage point Piccoline comments on the court's prurience and on political intrigue as the town is gripped by a siege. Gradually, Piccoline is drawn deeper and deeper into the conflict, and he inspires fear and hate around him as he grows to represent the fascination of the masses with violence.

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ISBN13: 9780374521356
ISBN10: 0374521352
Language: English
Publisher: Hill And Wang
Publication Year: 1958
Format: Paperback

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    A dwarf's satirical dive into power and society.

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    If you're interested in probing the depths of social dynamics and human nature, The Dwarf offers a provocative look through the eyes of a social outsider. Lagerkvist's storytelling captures how a single figure's perspective can challenge social norms and reveal uncomfortable truths about authority and violence. It's a thought-provoking read that stays with you long after you finish.
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