Alex Garland's The Beach was published to immediate acclaim, and has since become a bestselling cult classic and a Hollywood blockbuster. Richard, a gap-year student, is introduced to a beautiful island by the mysterious Daffy. But with drugs and the glamorized violence of Vietnam War films haunting his perception of his Thai paradise, Richard soon finds the hideaway becomes a nightmare. A compulsive adrenaline rush, The Beach is an adventure you'll never forget.
By:
Alex Garland Imprint: Penguin Country of Publication: United Kingdom Edition: export ed Dimensions:
Height: 181mm,
Width: 111mm,
ISBN:9780141037585 ISBN 10: 014103758X Series:Popular Penguins Pages: 448 Publication Date:01 September 2008 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
