One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest (Penguin Orange Collection)
One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest by Ken Kesey is a reprint edition published by Penguin on October 18, 2016. This 304-page book is part of the Penguin Orange Collection, which features a modern take on classic American literature. The novel presents a vivid portrayal of life within a mental ward, exploring the dynamics between the patients and the oppressive authority figures that govern their lives.
Readers will find a rich narrative that captures the essence of the 1960s counterculture, focusing on themes of individuality and conformity. This edition showcases the iconic orange and white tri-band cover design, along with high-quality paper and striking illustrations, reflecting the heritage of Penguin’s classic book design. As a significant work in the literary canon, this book continues to resonate with those interested in psychological fiction and literary classics.
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The inspiration for the new Netflix original series Ratched
Part of the Penguin Orange Collection, a limited-run series of twelve influential and beloved American classics in a bold series design offering a modern take on the iconic Penguin paperback
Winner of the 2016 AIGA + Design Observer 50 Books | 50 Covers competition
For the seventieth anniversary of Penguin Classics, the Penguin Orange Collection celebrates the heritage of Penguin’s iconic book design with twelve influential American literary classics representing the breadth and diversity of the Penguin Classics library. These collectible editions are dressed in the iconic orange and white tri-band cover design, first created in 1935, while french flaps, high-quality paper, and striking cover illustrations provide the cutting-edge design treatment that is the signature of Penguin Classics Deluxe Editions today.
One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest
Boisterous, ribald, and ultimately shattering, Ken Kesey’s One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest is a seminal novel of the 1960s. Here is the unforgettable story of a mental ward and its inhabitants—a counterculture classic that inspired the 1975 film adaptation, widely considered one of the greatest movies ever made.
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