Contrapposto (novel)
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| Author | Dave Eggers |
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| Publisher | Alfred A. Knopf |
| Publication date | June 6, 2026 |
| Pages | 432 |
| ISBN | 9780593803509 |
Contrapposto is a 2026 novel by Dave Eggers published by Alfred A. Knopf. Announced in November 2025, it was released on June 9, 2026.[1] It is considered one of the most anticipated books of 2026 by People, Literary Hub, Oprah Daily, and others.[2][3][4]
Background
According to Knopf, the novel was twenty years in the making and follows Eggers' own experiences attending art school and working as a classically trained artist.[5]
Critical reception
Library Journal called Contrapposto "A tender, searching novel" and likened it sentimentally to Normal People by Sally Rooney.[6]
The Guardian called the novel "disappointingly pious", saying "this portrait of an artist falls flat."[7]
References
- ↑ "Dave Eggers To Publish Adult Novel in 2026". Kirkus Reviews. Archived from the original on 2025-12-17. Retrieved 2026-03-28.
- ↑ "What to Read This Spring". Alta Online. 2026-03-22. Retrieved 2026-03-28.
- ↑ Hub, Literary (2026-01-06). "Lit Hub's Most Anticipated Books of 2026". Literary Hub. Retrieved 2026-03-28.
- ↑ "The Most Anticipated Books of 2026 Include the Triumphant Returns of Michael Pollan and Lindy West". Oprah Daily. 2025-12-22. Retrieved 2026-03-28.
- ↑ Longmire, Becca (2025-11-10). "Dave Eggers Returns with First Adult Novel in 5 Years — See the Cover! (Exclusive)". People. Archived from the original on 2025-11-16. Retrieved 2026-03-28.
- ↑ Dave, Eggers. "Contrapposto". Library Journal. Retrieved 2026-03-28.
- ↑ "Contrapposto by Dave Eggers review – this portrait of an artist falls flat". The Guardian.