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Lime Twig

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SKU: 9780140189827

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Dive into the dark underworld of postwar London with John Hawkes’ “Lime Twig” (ISBN: 9780140189827). This gripping novel explores the criminal undercurrents of a city rebuilding itself. Experience Hawkes’ masterful storytelling alongside two other early works, “Second Skin” and “Travesty,” in this Penguin Classics collection. Explore themes of suicide, rebirth, fear, and eroticism across these captivating tales. Edited by Henry Louis Gates Jr., Ira Berlin, and Steve McQueen, this edition includes insightful commentary and analysis. Perfect for fans of literary fiction and postwar literature.

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  • ISBN-13: 9780140189827
  • Publisher: Penguin Books
  • Publisher Imprint: Penguin Books
  • Depth: 19
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Spine Width: 18 mm
  • Weight: 285 gr
  • ISBN-10: 0140189823
  • Publisher Date: 01 Jun 1996
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Height: 195 mm
  • No of Pages: 384
  • Series Title: Penguin Twentieth-Century Classics
  • Width: 128 mm

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Weight 0.5 kg

23 reviews for Lime Twig

  1. Pushkal Meena

    A powerful and disturbing read. Hawkes’ vision of postwar London is unforgettable. Highly recommended.

  2. Anubhav Jain

    Hawkes is a genius. Lime Twig is a masterpiece of postwar literature. The extras are a bonus.

  3. Renuka Singh

    A bit too abstract for my taste. The collection offers variety, but Lime Twig itself wasn’t my favorite.

  4. Ankit Kumar Gupta

    Hawkes’ prose is beautiful, though the story can be hard to follow. The collection is a good introduction to his work.

  5. Anchal Jaiswal

    Found it hard to get into. The experimental style didn’t quite work for me. Others may enjoy it more.

  6. Krish Singal

    I struggled to connect with the characters. The writing is good, but the plot felt convoluted.

  7. Shreya Singh

    I am not sure what to feel about Lime Twig. I’m not a fan of this novel, but I can see the literary merit.

  8. Brahat K Singh

    Intriguing and unsettling. Hawkes creates a palpable sense of dread. A thought-provoking read.

  9. Vineet Patwa

    Enjoyed the collection overall. Lime Twig was my least favorite, but still worth reading for Hawkes’ style.

  10. Yash Yadav

    Hawkes is a master stylist. Lime Twig is a dark and surreal journey. The commentary was very helpful.

  11. Rithvik Sahini

    Lime Twig is a bizarre and captivating novel. Hawkes creates a truly unique atmosphere.

  12. Aashish Shrivastava

    Couldn’t connect with the story. The writing style felt too dense and difficult. Disappointed.

  13. Abhishek Gedam

    A very strange book, but it’s grown on me since finishing it. Hawkes’ writing is hypnotic.

  14. Shubham Kaushal

    Lime Twig paints an evocative picture of postwar London. The criminal underworld is masterfully depicted.

  15. Brahmjot Singh Khanna

    Lime Twig is a challenging but rewarding read. Hawkes’ unique voice shines through. I appreciated the extras.

  16. Ravi Verma

    Lime Twig is a literary maze! It’s intellectually stimulating, but not for a light read. Hawkes’ writing is impressive.

  17. Shashank

    Disturbing but brilliant. Lime Twig is a powerful and unforgettable novel. The collection is a great value.

  18. Animesh Kumar Sahu

    A challenging read, but worth the effort. Hawkes’ prose is beautiful and haunting. I liked Second Skin best.

  19. Medha S Tigga

    A fascinating look at postwar London’s underbelly. Lime Twig is a powerful, if disturbing, novel. Enjoyed the themes explored.

  20. Suman

    Not my usual read, but I found it compelling. The writing style took some getting used to. I liked Second Skin more.

  21. Lavika Maheshwari

    A dark and fascinating exploration of postwar trauma. Hawkes’ prose is stunning. Highly recommended.

  22. Abhishek Jaiswal

    Lime Twig is a strange, unsettling read. Hawkes’ writing is unique, but the plot felt disjointed at times. Second Skin and Travesty were interesting additions.

  23. Suryaveer Singh Deora

    Unsettling and thought-provoking. Hawkes creates a world of paranoia and dread. A must-read for fans of literary fiction.

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