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The Drowned World by J. G. Ballard (Paperback, 2006)

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This fast-paced narrative by the author of 'Crash' and 'Empire of the Sun' is a stunning evocation of a flooded, tropical London of the near future and a foray into the workings of the unconscious mind. Fluctuations in solar radiation have melted the ice caps, sending the planet into a new Triassic Age of unendurable heat. London is a swamp; lush tropical vegetation grows up the walls of the Ritz and primeval reptiles are sighted, swimming through the newly-formed lagoons. Some flee the capital; others remain to pursue reckless schemes, either in the name of science or profit. While the submerged streets of London are drained in search of treasure. Dr Robert Kerans - part of a group of intrepid scientists - comes to accept this submarine city and finds himself strangely resistant to the idea of saving it. First published in 1962, Ballard's mesmerising and ferociously imaginative novel gained him widespread critical acclaim and established his reputation as one of Britain's finest writers of science fiction. This edition is part of a new commemorative series of Ballard's works, featuring introductions from a number of his admirers (including James Lever, Ali Smith, Hari Kunzru and Martin Amis) and brand-new cover designs.

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Publisher
HarperCollins
ISBN-13
9780007221837
eBay Product ID (ePID)
90159716

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Book Title
The Drowned World
Author
J. G. Ballard
Format
Paperback
Language
English
Topic
Books
Publication Year
2006
Number of Pages
176 Pages

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198mm
Item Width
129mm
Item Weight
180g

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J. G. Ballard
Country/Region of Manufacture
United Kingdom

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I’ve received a copy which is far from ‘very good’ condition, the pages and brown and it smells, the cover design is different. I could have bought it in perfect condition for this price.
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Amazing book. Beautifully structured and written. So relevant now although it was written 50 years ago!
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