Dear Illusion
Dear Illusion by Kingsley Amis is a thought-provoking short story published by Penguin Adult on February 15, 2011. This edition features 80 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows an ageing poet who reflects on the worth of his artistic contributions and the critics who have praised his work, ultimately leading him to seek a form of revenge through his final creation.
Readers will encounter a blend of introspection and critique as the poet navigates his feelings about the art world and the influences that have shaped his career. The story delves into themes of self-awareness and the complexities of artistic recognition, offering insights into the relationship between creators and their audiences. This edition invites readers to explore the nuances of fiction and the classic elements that define Amis’s writing style.
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‘I suppose it was conceited of me. But it was fun. And I felt like getting a bit of my own back on some of the people who’d conned and flattered me into wasting all those years.’
In this wry, piercing short story from one of the greatest of all British postwar writers, an ageing poet considers the value of his art � and of the critics who�ve found genius in it. Then, with his final work, he exercises a unique revenge . . .
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