Justine A Novel (Penguin Ink)
Justine A Novel by Lawrence Durrell is a reissue published by Penguin on May 31, 2011. This 256-page work is presented in English and delves into a complex narrative set against the backdrop of wartime Egypt, specifically in the city of Alexandria. The story intricately weaves themes of romance, political tension, and sexual intrigue as it explores the lives of four intertwined lovers navigating their desires and obsessions.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of relationships and motivations as the characters pursue knowledge and connection in a city once renowned for its intellectual heritage. The novel captures the essence of human longing and the complexities of love amidst the chaos of impending war. With its literary and historical elements, Justine invites exploration into the depths of personal and collective experience during a tumultuous time.
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“Demands comparison with the very best books of our century . . . A truly important writer . . . His people, his places are masterly.”― New York Times Book Review
Durrell’s masterpiece is onne of the world’s greatest romances, rich in political and sexual intrigue. This seductive tale of four tangled lovers in wartime Egypt is set in the city of Alexandria once home to the world’s greatest library, attracting scholars dedicated solely to the pursuit of knowledge. But on the eve of World War II, the obsessed characters in this mesmerizing novel find that their pursuits lead only to bedrooms in which each seeks to know-and possess-the other.
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