The Message In the Bottle by Walker Percy
"The Message in the Bottle" is a collection of essays that explores the complex interplay between language, culture, and individual identity. The author delves into the philosophical and existential questions about human existence, examining how language shapes our understanding of the world and ourselves. The book also explores the concept of the "message in the bottle," a metaphor for the human quest for meaning amid the randomness and chaos of life. The author argues that humans are "lost in the cosmos" and must navigate their way through a world filled with confusing messages and signals.
The 3925th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1975
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Pages
- 350
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 14th on The Best Southern Nonfiction of All Time (Oxford American)