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Eric Kraft

    Eric Kraft skúma zložité vzťahy medzi pamäťou, identitou a rozprávaním vo svojom rozsiahleho fiktívnom diele. Prostredníctvom svojej postavy Petera Leroja sa Kraft ponára do spomienok a skúseností, spochybňujúc povahu reality a rozprávania. Jeho štýl je často opisovaný ako hravý a experimentálny, prelínajúci humor s hlbokým zamyslením. Kraftovo písanie pozýva čitateľov, aby premýšľali o spôsobe, akým konštruujeme svoje vlastné životné príbehy.

    Eric Kraft
    Where Do You Stop? (trade paperback)
    Herb 'n' Lorna
    Little Follies (trade paperback)
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    • Dobrodružný román o stíhání gangsterské tlupy v Rakousku. Vražda muže nastrojená jako automobilová nehoda, při níž umírající prozradí věci, na kterých mu již nezáleží, přivádí policii na stopu tlupy, o jejíž pravé činnosti nemá představu.

      Záhada purpurového leknínu
    • Tržní ceny krasavic

      • 127 stránok
      • 5 hodin čítania

      Atypický detektiv Raymond Tarr pátrá po únoscích půvabných žen do arabských zemí a při všech nebezpečích, v nichž jde mnohdy o jeho vlastní život, ještě stačí sám užívat plnými doušky života a přízňe krasavic.

      Tržní ceny krasavic
    • Detektiv Raymond Tarr – profesionál na své dovolené narazí na tajemství mezinárodního zločineckého gangu, který obchoduje s narkotiky.

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    • Little Follies (trade paperback)

      • 510 stránok
      • 18 hodin čítania

      The narrative is characterized by a blend of clever storytelling and humor, interwoven with suspenseful elements and engaging anecdotes. This combination creates an entertaining and thought-provoking experience for readers, making it a compelling read.

      Little Follies (trade paperback)
    • Herb 'n' Lorna

      • 320 stránok
      • 12 hodin čítania

      Herb 'n' Lorna is the "erotic" novel by America's newly discovered master and a book that is both a celebration and a parody of our national commercial genius.

      Herb 'n' Lorna
    • Where Do You Stop? (trade paperback)

      • 198 stránok
      • 7 hodin čítania

      Delving into quantum physics and life's profound questions, Peter Leroy embarks on a journey to finish a long-overdue junior-high science assignment. This exploration intertwines concepts such as entropy and uncertainty with nostalgic reflections on his captivating science teacher, Miss Rheingold. The narrative blends scientific inquiry with personal memory, offering a unique perspective on the intersections of knowledge and experience.

      Where Do You Stop? (trade paperback)
    • Passionate Spectator

      • 236 stránok
      • 9 hodin čítania

      Set against the backdrop of Manhattan, Peter Leroy navigates middle age and existential themes while trying to promote his writing service, Memoirs While You Wait. Inspired by a quirky book he buys from a street vendor, he explores the nuances of self-promotion and the human experience. The narrative weaves humor and introspection, examining mortality and life's meaning with a playful yet profound approach. Critics praise its clever structure and insightful commentary on the role of spectatorship in shaping personal narratives.

      Passionate Spectator
    • At Home with the Glynns (trade paperback)

      • 190 stránok
      • 7 hodin čítania

      The narrative follows Peter Leroy as he navigates his sexual awakening with the Glynn twins and embarks on a journey to become a sketch doctor. Throughout the story, he encounters various tales surrounding the mysterious fire at the Nevsky mansion, which shapes his understanding of hope and resilience. Ultimately, Peter also discovers profound love, adding depth to his personal growth and experiences.

      At Home with the Glynns (trade paperback)
    • Flying

      • 492 stránok
      • 18 hodin čítania

      Set in an alternate 1950s Babbington, New York, the story follows Peter Leroy, a young dreamer with a passion for innovation. Inspired by a design from Impractical Craftsman magazine, he embarks on an ambitious project to create a flying motorcycle. This whimsical tale explores themes of creativity, ambition, and the spirit of invention in a nostalgic yet imaginative setting.

      Flying
    • Leaving Small's Hotel

      • 342 stránok
      • 12 hodin čítania

      Set on a quaint island off Long Island, the story revolves around Peter and Albertine, who have dedicated their lives to Small's Hotel. While Albertine manages the hotel, Peter is absorbed in writing his memoirs. Their idyllic life faces uncertainty as the hotel's future is threatened, putting at risk Peter’s hopes of gifting Albertine with meaningful tokens of their shared journey. The narrative explores themes of love, ambition, and the fragility of dreams against the backdrop of their beloved hotel.

      Leaving Small's Hotel