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Age Group
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Language
English
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Book Summary
This is a work of fictionโa surreal, darkly comic fable that blends suspense with sharp social observation. Set in a vast underground bunker, it follows a recluse who withdraws from the world, only to discover that strange guests, hidden booby traps, and even a giant toilet can prove as daunting as any catastrophe. The tone is unsettling yet wry, inviting readers who enjoy literary and speculative fiction with a provocative edge. Suitable for adult readers and fans of offbeat, thought-provoking storytelling.
The reading experience is story-led and prose-driven, with a claustrophobic setting that becomes a stage for a frighteningly funny game of survival. The translation preserves a crisp, lucid voice that keeps the mood tense while delivering dark humor and flashes of Poe- and Kafka-esque intensity. Short, tightly wound chapters pace the ascent from curiosity to unease, guiding readers through a haunting meditation on civilization under pressure.
The work blends underground suspense with sly satire, inviting readers to question what people will do when rules collapse and danger feels personal. Itโs a compact, literary novella that rewards careful reading and invites discussion about fear, ethics, and resilience in a fragile world.
Readers finish with a lingering sense of unease paired with curiosity, a fresh perspective on resilience and humor under threat, and a lasting impression of a world where survival invites both wit and reflection.
Product Details
Author
Kobo Abe
Publisher
Penguin Random House
Number of Pages
336
Language
English
SKU
9780241675304
ISBN
9780241675304
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
12.8x3x19.6cm
Binding
Paperback
MRP: โน 699
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