The Old Devils by Kingsley Amis
The novel focuses on a group of aging friends in Wales who have spent their lives drinking, gossiping, and backstabbing. When an old acquaintance, a successful writer, returns to town with his younger wife, the group's dynamics are thrown into chaos. The story delves into themes of aging, nostalgia, and the complexities of long-term friendships, all with a heavy dose of dark humor.
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- Published
- 1986
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 295
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 3 lists:
- 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die (The Book)
- Booker Prize (Booker Prize)
- Books of the Decade (1980s) (The Independent)