The Master of Petersburg by J.M. Coetzee – Second-Hand
The Master of Petersburg by J.M. Coetzee – Second-Hand
The Master of Petersburg by J.M. Coetzee – Second-Hand
Author: J.M. Coetzee
Format: Hardcover (with dust jacket)
Category: Literary Fiction / Historical Fiction
Condition: Pre-loved / Second-Hand
The Master of Petersburg is a haunting, atmospheric novel by Nobel Prize–winning author J.M. Coetzee. Set in 19th-century Russia, the book follows a man who returns to St Petersburg after the mysterious death of his stepson. As he searches for answers, he is drawn into a world of political unrest, personal obsession, and emotional turmoil.
Written with Coetzee’s signature precision and emotional depth, this novel blends history, philosophy, and psychological drama into a gripping and unforgettable narrative.
What you’ll find inside
- A dark, powerful story set in Tsarist Russia
- Beautiful, complex writing by a Nobel laureate
- Themes of grief, guilt, politics, and artistic creation
- An introspective journey into a father’s fractured world
- A rich exploration of personal and political tension
Who this book is for
- Fans of J.M. Coetzee
- Readers of literary and historical fiction
- Those who enjoy psychological depth and philosophical themes
- Collectors of award-winning contemporary literature
Book details
- Language: English
- ISBN: 0-436-20193-3
- Publisher: Secker & Warburg
Condition note – Second-Hand
- Dust jacket shows noticeable wear and edge creasing (see photos)
- Some scuffing and surface marks on back cover
- Pages remain intact, clean, and fully readable
- Overall in good, solid condition for age
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