Pale Fire by Vladimir Nabokov
The novel is a unique blend of fiction, commentary, and poetry, presented as a 999-line poem written by a fictional poet, followed by an extensive commentary and foreword by his neighbor and academic colleague. The novel blurs the line between reality and fiction, as the commentator's notes reveal an alternative narrative, one of exile, intrigue, and murder. The book is a playful exploration of authorship, deception, and the nature of art.
The 93rd greatest book of all time
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Total Points: 2217
Since this book was first published in 1962, there is a penalty of 0%. The age adjusted score is 2217.0.
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