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Lanzarote

Lanzarote

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by Michel Houellebecq, Frank Wynne
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In the follow-up to his hugely successful and Impac Award-winning Atomised, Michel Houellebecq explores the hedonism of Lanzarote, the archetypal holiday island, in a book that is as blisteringly funny and acid as his novel. In the sector of the holiday market that caters for sun, sangria and house music, not to mention sex, Lanzarote rivals Corfu and Ibiza. Tourism in Lanzarote remains resolutely ungreen and certainly wholly uncultural, 21st-century hedonism, set in a bizarre lunar landscape - Martian, according to the travel agent. On Lanzarote, one can meet some fascinating human specimens - notably Pam and Barbara, 'non-exclusive' German lesbians - who can give rise to some interesting combinations. Will they succeed in seducing Rudi, the police inspector from Luxembourg, currently living in exile in Brussels? Or will he join the 'Azraelian' sect, as they prepare for humanity to be regenerated by extra-terrestrials? As for our narrator, will he consider his week's holiday on the island a success?

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ISBN13: 9780434009183
ISBN10: 0434009180
Language: English
Publisher: William Heinemann
Publication Year: 2003
Format: Hardcover

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    Hedonistic island adventure with dark humor and satire.

  • Who is this book for?

    This book offers a sharp and humorous look at Lanzarote's hedonistic scene, blending satire with vivid character sketches. If you enjoy dark comedy and social critique wrapped in a travel story, you'll find it provocative and entertaining. Houellebecq's biting wit makes it a distinctive read about modern excess and human folly.
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