I Want it Now
I Want it Now by Kingsley Amis, published by Penguin Canada in 2012, is a work of fiction that explores themes of wealth and ambition. The narrative follows TV chat-show host Ronnie Appleyard as he navigates the complexities of pursuing the wealthy heiress Simona Quick. Set across two continents, the story unfolds amidst a backdrop of aristocrats, shipping magnates, and the challenges posed by a potential mother-in-law, all while addressing the absurdities of social class and desire.
Readers will find a satirical examination of ambition and the pursuit of wealth, as Ronnie grapples with questions about love, desire, and the lengths one might go to secure a fortune. The book delves into the eccentricities of its characters and their interactions, highlighting the absurdities that arise when money and ambition collide. With 231 pages, this edition presents Amis’s sharp wit and keen observations on society, making it a notable addition to the realm of classic fiction.
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The quickest way to get rich is to marry someone rich, but how do you do this if you aren’t yet rich? TV chat-show host Ronnie Appleyard is preoccupied with this question as he pursues wealthy heiress Simona Quick over two continents in the company of braying aristocrats, Greek shipping magnates, American dandies and the dreaded mother-in-law to be. But as he comes closer to his prize other questions present themselves. Is the androgenous Simona really worth it? Why doesn’t she like sex? Is it possible to drink all day? With his unerring eye for absurdity and class satire Kingsley Amis shows us what happens when money meets naked ambition.
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