Name: Killing Time
Price: 18.95 EUR
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Author: John Williams
ISBN: 9781724392336

Type

Physical Book

Author

John Williams

Publisher

Createspace

Language

English

Pages

112

Format

Paperback

Dimensions

21.6 x 14.0 x 0.6 cm

Weight

0.14 kg.

ISBN13

9781724392336

Synopsis "Killing Time"

The direction of this book came from the cover photo. It is an old railway tunnel called 'The Miler' where I spent my childhood to present spellbound by its presence. It's been used for Satanism, glue sniffing in the 70's, gang fights, suicides, arson, bunking off school and privacy. It's offered sanctuary to many, including thousands of bats which have since flown due to cars being set on fire. It has a haunting appearance and takes nerve to enter. When inside I like the light-show from the entrance. The vents on the roof (Pepper -Pots), when staring at the entrance from the inside in silence, make me think of many who hide from life and just want it done. As well as those who believe that the world was just made for them? Embracing life, partying, socialising, knowing the world will deliver without doubt. Do you venture outside to be skinned alive? Or have you never experienced darkness and never will? For many, hiding away until their time on earth ends is the only option. Killing Time.

John Williams

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John Williams (1922-1994) was an American writer and professor, known for his literary fiction novels. His most recognized work is Stoner (1965), a novel rediscovered years after its publication and considered one of the great gems of 20th century literature. He is also the author of Butcher’s Crossing (1960), a story set in the American West, and Augustus (1972), a historical novel that earned him the National Book Award.

His austere style and exploration of the human condition have been widely praised. Although he did not achieve great popularity in his lifetime, his literary legacy has grown over time, consolidating him as a cult author in contemporary literature.

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