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The voice imitator

by Thomas Bernhard, Kenneth Northcott, Jessica Helfand, William Drenttel

This collection of satirical anecdotes and parables examines the absurdity and sterility of modern existence. Drawing on news reports and hearsay, these short stories explore themes of social alienation and the corruption of contemporary urban centres.

Accession 7484 ISBN 0226044017 Publisher University of Chicago Press
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