Everyman
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Authors:
Roth, Philip
Statement of Responsibility:
Philip Roth
Title:
Everyman
Publisher:
New York :, Vintage International,, 2007
Edition:
1st Vintage International ed
Characteristics:
182 p. ;,21 cm.
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Add a CommentEverybody dies. Everybody. Roth takes a look at the life of one man as it ends in the inevitable. This is a wonderfully written book. It may seem a depressing subject but is really a rally call to life.
This was my first Philip Roth book. I think I should have chosen a different one because I didn't like this one too much. Given the praises he has received, I will try another one. Everyman was a bit too depressing for my taste.
This is the 62nd of a series of titles selected by writer Yann Martel to provide to Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper, to encourage an appreciation of the arts and literature in particular in the PM, and to also help him with his stillness and thoughtfulness. Martel has regularly sent books from a wide range of literary traditions to Harper. Martel has devoted a Web site to the reading list and his kind and considered covering letters with each volume. (All of his letters can be read at http://www.whatisstephenharperreading.ca/.) Martel has never received a direct acknowledgement from Harper, and only recently some fairly form-letter responses from Harper's staff. He has, however, received a response (although not directly related to one of his book selections for Harper) from Industry Minister Tony Clement.
A small, well-written novel about "everyman's" life and death. Extremely contemplative. Like much good literature, "good for you" but perhaps not enjoyable in the sense of entertaining. I feel like I am damning with faint praise but I don't mean to. This IS good.