The Lime Twig by John Hawkes
In this novel, a couple living in post-war England become entangled in a dangerous scheme involving horse racing and theft. The husband is persuaded by a criminal group to steal a racehorse, leading to a series of tragic and violent events. The narrative is filled with surreal and nightmarish imagery, and the boundary between reality and illusion is often blurred. The story explores themes of deception, greed, and the destructive power of obsession.
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- Published
- 1961
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 192
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
- None
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- Donald Barthelme’s Reading List (Believer Mag)
- William Gass’ Fifty Literary Pillars (A Temple of Texts: Essays (Book))