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This engaging summary presents an analysis of The Extraordinary Journey of the Fakir Who Got Trapped in an Ikea Wardrobe by Romain Puértolas, in which the titular character has travelled from India to France to buy a bed of nails. However, his attempts to trick the people he encounters and get his hands on the bed soon go awry, and his subsequent journey takes him around Europe and even into Africa by plane, lorry and hot air balloon. The fast-paced story combines absurdist humour and social commentary in a unique blend that will keep readers gripped until the last page. The Extraordinary Journey of the Fakir Who Got Trapped in an Ikea Wardrobe is Romain Puértolas’ first published novel, and was one of the most talked-about books of the 2013 literary season in France.
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This engaging summary presents an analysis of The Extraordinary Journey of the Fakir Who Got Trapped in an Ikea Wardrobe by Romain Puértolas, in which the titular character has travelled from India to France to buy a bed of nails. However, his attempts to trick the people he encounters and get his hands on the bed soon go awry, and his subsequent journey takes him around Europe and even into Africa by plane, lorry and hot air balloon. The fast-paced story combines absurdist humour and social commentary in a unique blend that will keep readers gripped until the last page. The Extraordinary Journey of the Fakir Who Got Trapped in an Ikea Wardrobe is Romain Puértolas’ first published novel, and was one of the most talked-about books of the 2013 literary season in France.
Find out everything you need to know about The Extraordinary Journey of the Fakir Who Got Trapped in an Ikea Wardrobe in a fraction of the time!
This in-depth and informative reading guide brings you:
• A complete plot summary
• Character studies
• Key themes and symbols
• Questions for further reflection
Why choose BrightSummaries.com?
Available in print and digital format, our publications are designed to accompany you on your reading journey. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time.
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