Albert Angelo by B. S. Johnson
The novel explores the life of Albert Angelo, a disillusioned and frustrated architect who turns to teaching in London as he struggles with unfulfilled dreams and personal dissatisfaction. Through a fragmented narrative that includes unconventional typographical elements and metafictional techniques, the story delves into Albert's internal conflicts, his relationships, and his yearning for authenticity and meaning. The narrative challenges traditional storytelling by breaking the fourth wall and incorporating the author's direct commentary, ultimately reflecting on the nature of fiction and the complexities of human experience.
- Published
- 1964
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 150-200
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
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