The Wild Goose Chase
The Wild Goose Chase by Rex Warner is a Kafka-esque dystopian novel published in 1937. It follows the story of adventurers who embark on a perilous journey through a futuristic, otherworldly landscape.
Hardcover. First Edition, First Printing. Octavo, bound in blue cloth binding with yellow lettering on front cover and spine. London: Boriswood, 1937. #10651.
Lovely, near fine copy in dust jacket with age-toning, light wear and tiny spot on spine.
The Wild Goose Chase by Rex Warner, published in 1937, stands as a captivating and imaginative work within the realm of science fiction and dystopian literature. Set in a futuristic society, this novel unfolds in a world where humanity has reached a point of technological advancement that has reshaped its relationship with nature and reality.
The story centers around a group of daring adventurers who embark on a perilous journey through an enigmatic and otherworldly landscape. As they navigate through this intriguing terrain, they encounter a series of challenges that test their physical and mental limits. Warner skillfully weaves rich imagery and inventive storytelling techniques to create a vivid and immersive experience for readers.
The Wild Goose Chase begs readers to question the nature of reality. It is often reminiscent of Kafka, with its surreal landscapes, labyrinthine challenges, and existential ponderings. Its portrayal of a world where technology and human ambition have led to unforeseen consequences serves as a cautionary tale about the potential dangers of unchecked progress.