The Loneliness of the Long-Distance Runner (Contemporary Fiction, Plume)
by Alan Sillitoe
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Author: Alan SillitoeEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 1992-09-01
ISBN: 0452269083
Number of pages: 176
Publisher: Plume
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Book Review: Worth it for the one story
Summary: 4 Stars
The book as a whole is let down by the stories which surround The Loneliness...They tend to be a little turgid and perhaps could at times be accused of being repetitive. However, the book is worth the price simply for that single story. Sillitoe actually allows us to understand not only the act of futile rebellion but also the virtually inexpressible motivation behind it. It is truely the greatest short story I have ever read - in fact I am now considering changing my vote to 5 stars despite the disapointing nature of the various other tales.
Perhaps it is only in comparison to such a masterpiece that they appear poor.
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