Alex Garland's The Beach: A 25th Anniversary Edition

Celebrate the 25th anniversary of Alex Garland's iconic novel, The Beach, the gripping story that inspired the major film starring Leonardo DiCaprio. This edition offers a compelling dive into paradise found – and lost.

Follow Richard as he journeys to East Asia in search of an earthly utopia. A mysterious map leads him to a secluded island in Thailand, promising a new way of life. What he discovers is breathtakingly extraordinary and terrifyingly beyond his wildest dreams. Explore the lengths Richard will go to in order to protect this fragile paradise.

Acclaimed by critics, The Beach is described as 'Fresh, fast-paced, compulsive and clever' by Nick Hornby, and 'A powerful narrative drive, exotic locations that unfold like a corrupt and mysterious flower, and a moody intelligence that holds everything together' by J.G. Ballard.

Key Features:

• A classic tale of adventure and disillusionment.
• Inspired the major motion picture starring Leonardo DiCaprio.
• Features praise from Nick Hornby and J.G. Ballard.

Specifications:

• Author: Alex Garland
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Print Length: 464 pages
• Publisher: Penguin
• Publication Date: 7 July 2016
• Edition: 1st
• Dimensions: 13 x 2.8 x 19.8 cm
• Weight: 318 g
• ISBN 10: 0241976561
• ISBN 13: 978-0241976562
• EAN: 9780140270051
• Releasedatum: 07.07.2016

This paperback edition of The Beach is perfect for fans of mystery, thriller, and suspense, offering a thought-provoking narrative set against an exotic backdrop.