Henderson the Rain King (Penguin Classics)

Henderson the Rain King (Penguin Classics)

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The Merriam-Webster Encyclopedia of Literature
Seriocomic novel by Saul Bellow, published in 1959. The novel examines the midlife crisis of Eugene Henderson, an unhappy millionaire. The story concerns Henderson's search for meaning. A larger-than-life 55-year-old who has accumulated money, position, and a large family, he nonetheless feels unfulfilled. He makes a spiritual journey to Africa, where he draws emotional sustenance from experiences with African tribes. Deciding that his true destiny is as a healer, Henderson returns home, planning to enter medical school. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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