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Set in a Paris apartment block at a specific moment in 1975, the narrative unfolds through a rich tapestry of diverse characters, each revealing their unique stories ranging from humor to tragedy. The novel intricately weaves together tales of a cyclist, an avenging murderer, and a trapeze artist, among others, highlighting the complexities of human experience. Additionally, it features a magic square structure filled with literary puzzles and allusions, inviting readers to engage actively with the text.
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Life a User's Manual, Georges Perec
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- Released
- 2025
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- Title
- Life a User's Manual
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Georges Perec
- Publisher
- David R. Godine Publisher
- Released
- 2025
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 661
- ISBN13
- 9781567928280
- Series
- Tags
- Fiction, Classics, France, French Literature, Theatre Plays, Jigsaw Puzzles, Postmodern literature, Josef Jungmann Award
- First published
- 1978
- Original title
- La Vie: mode d'emploi
- Rating
- 4.2 out of 5
- Description
- Set in a Paris apartment block at a specific moment in 1975, the narrative unfolds through a rich tapestry of diverse characters, each revealing their unique stories ranging from humor to tragedy. The novel intricately weaves together tales of a cyclist, an avenging murderer, and a trapeze artist, among others, highlighting the complexities of human experience. Additionally, it features a magic square structure filled with literary puzzles and allusions, inviting readers to engage actively with the text.