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The Public Image

Muriel Spark

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The Public Image, which the author has called "an ethical shocker," is set in Rome, "the motherland of sensation," and tells the story of movie star Annabel Christopher (known to her adoring fans as "The English Lady-Tiger"), who has made the fatal mistake of believing in her public image. This error and her embittered husband, an unsuccessful actor, catch up with her. Her final act is only the first shocking climax—further surprises await. The novel savages our celebrity culture, exploring the clash between sham and genuine identity, and provides Annabel with an unexpected triumph.

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Publisher
Macmillan
ISBN-13
9780811221351
Topics
Celebrity culture and public personaIdentity and authenticityMarriage and betrayal

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