Henderson the Rain King
Henderson the Rain King by Saul Bellow is a reprint edition published by Penguin on December 24, 2012, featuring 352 pages in English. This comic novel follows a middle-aged American millionaire, Henderson, who embarks on a journey to Africa in search of a more fulfilling life. As he interacts with an African tribe, his remarkable feats and passion for life earn him their admiration, ultimately transforming him from a mere hero into a messiah through his unique ability to make rain.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of cultural heritage and humor woven throughout the narrative, as Bellow vividly depicts the exotic customs and vibrant landscapes of his imagined Africa. The story explores the complexities of human desire and the quest for meaning, making it a significant work within the realms of fiction and classic literature. This edition also includes an introduction by Adam Kirsch, providing further context to Bellow’s exploration of life’s driving forces.
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“It blazes as fiercely and scintillatingly as a forest fire. There is life here; a great rage to live more fully. In this it is a giant among novels.” (San Francisco Examiner)
A Penguin Classic
Saul Bellow evokes all the rich colors and exotic customs of a highly imaginary Africa in this acclaimed comic novel about a middle-aged American millionaire who, seeking a new, more rewarding life, descends upon an African tribe. Henderson’s awesome feats of strength and his unbridled passion for life win him the admiration of the tribe—but it is his gift for making rain that turns him from mere hero into messiah. A hilarious, often ribald story, Henderson the Rain King is also a profound look at the forces that drive a man through life.
This Penguin Classics edition contains an introduction by Adam Kirsch.
For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.
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