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The narrative follows Jasper Dean as he reflects on his unconventional upbringing under his father, Martin, a man obsessed with analyzing life’s complexities. After Martin's death, Jasper recounts their tumultuous journey across three continents, filled with outrageous schemes and shocking family secrets, including a notorious uncle and an enigmatic mother. This comic adventure critiques modern society while exploring the deep, albeit flawed, bond between father and son, blending humor with poignant insights into the human experience.
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A Fraction of the Whole, Steve Toltz
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- Released
- 2008
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- Language
- English
- Authors
- Steve Toltz
- Publisher
- Doubleday Canada
- Released
- 2008
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 530
- ISBN13
- 9780385665544
- Series
- Tags
- Fiction, Historical Fiction, Philosophical Topics, Humor, Family, Contemporary Fiction, France, Murders, Death, Australia, Genealogy, Present, Father, Crimes, Australian Literature, Thailand, Madness, Fathers and Sons
- First published
- 2008
- Original title
- A Fraction of the Whole
- Rating
- 4.3 out of 5
- Description
- The narrative follows Jasper Dean as he reflects on his unconventional upbringing under his father, Martin, a man obsessed with analyzing life’s complexities. After Martin's death, Jasper recounts their tumultuous journey across three continents, filled with outrageous schemes and shocking family secrets, including a notorious uncle and an enigmatic mother. This comic adventure critiques modern society while exploring the deep, albeit flawed, bond between father and son, blending humor with poignant insights into the human experience.