The Actual (novel)
 First edition cover | |
| Author | Saul Bellow |
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| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Viking/Penguin Books |
Publication date | 1997 |
| Media type | Print (Hardback & Paperback) |
| Pages | 104 |
| ISBN | 0-670-86075-1 |
| OCLC | 36017249 |
| 813/.52 21 | |
| LC Class | PS3503.E4488 A63 1997 |
The Actual is a 1997 novella by the American author Saul Bellow.
Plot synopsis
Like most of Bellow's fiction, the story centers on the lives of a group of passionate and anxious people living in Chicago. Harry Trellman has formed a friendship with the fabulously wealthy Sigmund Adletsky (perhaps inspired by Sheldon Adelson). Sigmund aims to bring Harry together with Harry's childhood sweetheart, Amy Wustrin.
Adaptations
- In 2009, Audible.com produced an audio version of The Actual, narrated by A. C. Fellner, as part of its Modern Vanguard line of audiobooks.
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