Publisher's Synopsis
The Condemned Playground is a collection of essays by Cyril Connolly, an English literary critic and writer. The book was first published in 1945 and is considered a classic of English literature. The essays in the book cover a wide range of topics, from literature and art to politics and society. Connolly's writing is known for its wit, intelligence, and insight, and his essays are characterized by their sharp observations and penetrating analysis.Some of the essays in The Condemned Playground are focused on specific authors and works of literature, such as James Joyce's Ulysses and Marcel Proust's In Search of Lost Time. Others explore broader themes, such as the decline of Western civilization, the rise of totalitarianism, and the role of the intellectual in society.Despite the serious nature of many of the essays, Connolly's writing is often laced with humor and irony. He is a master of the aphorism and his writing is filled with memorable quotes and witty turns of phrase.Overall, The Condemned Playground is a thought-provoking and insightful collection of essays that offers a unique perspective on the literary and cultural landscape of mid-20th century England.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
