The first collection of short stories published by Peter Carey, whose other books include Bliss, Illywhacker and Oscar and Lucinda, which was awarded the 1988 Booker Prize. The stories, set in an ominous near-future that has a feel of contemporary life, are by turn bizarre and funny.Publisher: Faber & FaberAuthor(s): Peter CareyNumber of pages: 192Publication date: 2002Dimensions: 130 x 198 x 30Cover type: Paperback / softback