Violence in Anthony Burgess' Clockwork Orange

by Dedria Bryfonski

Book Overview

Anthony Burgess' A Clockwork Orange has become a cult classic among fans of dystopian fiction. The 1962 novel, which utilizes extreme violence as a method of questioning free will, received mixed reviews upon publication, with some critics praising the book and others condemning it. This informative volume explores the life and work of Anthony Burgess, focusing on themes of human nature, violence, and freedom of choice through the lens of A Clockwork...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0737769890
• ISBN13: 9780737769890
• Release Date: August 2014
• Publisher: Greenhaven Publishing
• Length: 200 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.9" x 8.9"
• Age Range: 15 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 10 to 12