Jerusalem Commands by Michael Moorcock
In "Jerusalem Commands," readers are transported through a fantastical and surreal narrative that follows the adventures of Colonel Pyat, an unreliable and often delusional protagonist. Set against the backdrop of the early 20th century, the novel weaves through the chaos of a world between wars, touching upon themes of imperialism, addiction, and the quest for identity. Pyat's journey is marked by a series of escapades and misadventures that take him from Europe to Africa, exposing the dark underbelly of colonialism and the human psyche. The book is the third in a series, characterized by its rich historical tapestry and a protagonist who is as charismatic as he is morally ambiguous, leaving readers to question the very nature of truth and history.
The 4859th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1992
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 368
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- Daily Telegraph's 100 Books of the Century, 1900-1999 (Daily Telegraph)