The Public Image (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780811212465)

Spark chooses Rome, the motherland of sensation, for the setting of her story about 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, and unsuccessful actor, catch up with her. Her final act is only the first shocking climax--further surprises await. Neatly savaging our celebrity culture, Spark rejoices in one of her favorite subjects--the clash between sham and genuine identity--and provides Annabel with an unexpected triumph.

Author: Muriel Spark
ISBN-10: 0811212467
ISBN-13: 9780811212465
Publisher: New Directions Publishing Corporation
Language: English
Published: 04/17/1993
Pages: 144
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.41lbs
Size: 8.02h x 5.35w x 0.46d

Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 05/17/1993