The Stand-In (Trade Paper)

Description

A retired academic is called to a remote university to speak as the replacement for an old friend recently deceased in unusual circumstances.The Stand-Inis a transcript of these lectures, revealing a sophisticated tale of art, fame, and adultery that unfolds through rambling anecdotes and flashes of scholarly grandstanding. Fiercely funny and bitterly ironic,The Stand-Inhas been called the best academic doppelgnger story since NabokovsPale Fire.PRAISE FORTHE STAND-INDavid Helwig is one of Canadas most unsung writers, talent-wise.The Stand-Inis not only a witty, eloquent and satirical impromptu, but an artfully regulated rompa triumph of comic exposition.Toronto StarHelwig superbly explores complex philosophical ideas. His style is engaging and informing, his sense of dialogue extraordinary.The Winnipeg Free PressAn amusing and unique book.Consumed by Ink