Cigarettes

Cigarettes is a novel by Harry Mathews that explores the complicated relationships of the rich and powerful from the 1930s to the 1960s, featuring Allen, who is married to Maud but having an affair with Elizabeth. It is a brilliant display of Mathews' ingenuity and deadly playfulness, comparing it to Jane Austen and Aldous Huxley.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 302 pages
Publication date: 02 March 2023
Publisher: Dalkey Archive Press

Cigarettes is a novel that delves into the intricate relationships of the rich and powerful,spanning from the 1930s to the 1960s,from the bustling streets of New York City to the serene landscapes of Upper New York State. While the narrative may initially appear straightforward, it is a complex tapestry woven with layers of complexity. At its core, Cigarettes revolves around the character of Allen, who is married to Maud but is secretly having an affair with Elizabeth, who also resides with Maud. Alternatively, one could view it as a story that explores the realm of fraud in the art world, the exhilarating world of horse racing, and the intricate sexual intrigues that unfold. Critics have offered various interpretations of Cigarettes, comparing it to the works of Jane Austen or Aldous Huxley, both of whom are accurate in their assessments. However, what cannot be disputed is the sheer brilliance of Harry Mathews's ingenuity and his deadly playfulness, which are evident throughout the novel.

Cigarettes is a novel that delves into the intricate relationships of the rich and powerful,spanning from the 1930s to the 1960s,from the bustling streets of New York City to the serene landscapes of Upper New York State. While the narrative may initially appear straightforward, it is a complex tapestry woven with layers of complexity. At its core, Cigarettes revolves around the character of Allen, who is married to Maud but is secretly having an affair with Elizabeth, who also resides with Maud. Alternatively, one could view it as a story that explores the realm of fraud in the art world, the exhilarating world of horse racing, and the intricate sexual intrigues that unfold. Critics have offered various interpretations of Cigarettes, comparing it to the works of Jane Austen or Aldous Huxley, both of whom are accurate in their assessments. However, what cannot be disputed is the sheer brilliance of Harry Mathews's ingenuity and his deadly playfulness, which are evident throughout the novel.

Weight: 382g
Dimension: 140 x 217 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781628974522