Poor things: episodes from the early life of Archibald McCandless M.D., Scottish public health officer
Alasdair Gray • Dalkey Archive Press • ISBN-13 978‑1564783073
Poor things: episodes from the early life of Archibald McCandless M.D., Scottish public health officer
Alasdair Gray • Dalkey Archive Press
ISBN-10: 1564783073 · ISBN-13: 978‑1564783073 · 2001 · 1st Edition
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Poor Things is a novel by Alasdair Gray that combines elements of science fiction, romance, and political satire. Set in Victorian Scotland, it tells the story of Bella Baxter, a woman brought back to life by a mad scientist. The novel explores themes of identity, social class, and the nature of humanity, with a narrative that includes multiple perspectives and a playful use of historical and literary references.
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