{"product_id":"1299534","title":"Slow Learner: Early Stories","description":"Brand New From Reputable UK Company With 30 Years Experience In Retail, Please Note Not All Our New Items Are Shrink Wrapped.\u003cbr\u003eAll items shipped within 3 working days of payment.\u003cbr\u003ePlease note that all our DVDs are Region 2.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'Slow Learner: Early Stories' is a compelling collection of short stories by the esteemed American author Thomas Pynchon, showcasing his nascent literary journey. This anthology, marked by its genre-defying narratives, delves into themes of identity, technology, and the complexities of human experience. Pynchon's introduction offers a rare, introspective critique of his early work, providing readers with invaluable insights into his development as a writer. The stories, written between 1959 and 1964, reveal the embryonic stages of Pynchon's unique style and thematic preoccupations, making this collection a fascinating exploration for enthusiasts of literary fiction and admirers of Pynchon's later, more complex works.","brand":"Chalkys.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55140745838977,"sku":"1299534","price":12.98,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0056\/8043\/1219\/files\/5110zIB7ISL._SL1500.jpg?v=1767473993","url":"https:\/\/chalkys.com\/products\/1299534","provider":"Chalkys.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}