Alphabetical Africa by Walter Abish

The book is a unique literary experiment that plays with linguistic constraints, where each chapter is constrained by the letters of the alphabet. The first chapter exclusively uses words beginning with the letter 'A', the second chapter incorporates words beginning with 'A' and 'B', and so on, adding one letter per chapter until the entire alphabet is used. Once at 'Z', the process reverses, subtracting one letter per chapter. This structure frames a narrative that spans the African continent, blending themes of love, violence, and geography, all while showcasing the author's fascination with language and its limitations.

The 12654th greatest book of all time


Published
1974
Nationality
American
Length
Very Short
Pages
52-150
Words
Unknown
Original Language
English
Alternate Titles
None

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