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The Body

The Body

A Novel
Literary FictionShort Stories
Pages
160
Published
1992
Language
English

Synopsis

A middle-aged man is given the chance to exchange his aging body for a younger model, leading him on a journey of hedonism. However, he soon finds himself regretting his choices as past responsibilities resurface and sinister forces pursue him, seeking to claim his new form. This collection also includes stories that explore the pain and joy of parent-son relationships and the anxieties of adolescence, questioning how much our identity is tied to our physical being.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

Thought-ProvokingComplexMelancholic
Fish Out of Water

Genres

Literary Fiction Short Stories

Authors

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Abraham Verghese

Abraham Verghese (born 1955) is an American physician, author, Professor for the Theory and Practice of Medicine at Stanford University Medical School and Senior Associate Chair of the Department of Internal Medicine. He is also the author of three best-selling books, two memoirs and a novel. In 2011, he was elected to be a member of the Institute of Medicine. He received the National Humanities Medal from President Barack Obama in 2015. He was born in Ethiopia to Christian parents from Keral...

B
Bill Buford

Bill Buford is the author of The General. He writes about the worlds he immerses himself in, bringing readers along for the ride.

H
Hanif Kureishi

Hanif Kureishi is a British writer whose novels often explore identity, race, and relationships in contemporary society. He is best known for works like the coming-of-age story The Buddha of Suburbia and the novel Intimacy.

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Redmond O'Hanlon

Redmond O'Hanlon is the author of No Mercy, a gripping account of his travels. He's known for his adventurous spirit and his ability to bring readers along on his journeys.