Iris Murdoch – Bruno’s Dream – First Edition 1969
£50.00
A first edition, first printing of ‘Bruno’s Dream’, published by Chatto and Windus in 1969. A very good book without inscriptions with dustiness to the top edge and patches of paper residue to the boards. In a very good unclipped wrapper with some wear to the corners, some nicking and one minute chip to the bottom edge.
“Bruno’s Dream” is a novel by Iris Murdoch that explores the complexities of human relationships and moral dilemmas. The story revolves around the titular character, Bruno, a charismatic yet troubled man. His dream is to establish a utopian community, but this ambition is marred by his own flawed nature and the chaotic lives of those around him. The novel delves into themes of love, power, and the search for meaning, revealing the intricate web of desires and deceptions that shape the characters’ lives. Murdoch’s narrative unfolds with psychological depth, showcasing the collision of idealism and reality in Bruno’s tumultuous world.
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A first edition, first printing of ‘Bruno’s Dream’, published by Chatto and Windus in 1969. A very good book without inscriptions with dustiness to the top edge and patches of paper residue to the boards. In a very good unclipped wrapper with some wear to the corners, some nicking and one minute chip to the bottom edge.
“Bruno’s Dream” is a novel by Iris Murdoch that explores the complexities of human relationships and moral dilemmas. The story revolves around the titular character, Bruno, a charismatic yet troubled man. His dream is to establish a utopian community, but this ambition is marred by his own flawed nature and the chaotic lives of those around him. The novel delves into themes of love, power, and the search for meaning, revealing the intricate web of desires and deceptions that shape the characters’ lives. Murdoch’s narrative unfolds with psychological depth, showcasing the collision of idealism and reality in Bruno’s tumultuous world.
