Journey to the End of The Night by Louis-Ferdinand Céline
The novel is a semi-autobiographical work that explores the harsh realities of life through the cynical and disillusioned eyes of the protagonist. The narrative follows his experiences from the trenches of World War I, through the African jungles, to the streets of America and the slums of Paris, showcasing the horrors of war, colonialism, and the dark side of human nature. The protagonist's journey is marked by his struggle with despair, loneliness, and the absurdity of existence, offering a bleak yet profound commentary on the human condition.
The 119th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1932
- Nationality
- French
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 400-600
- Words
- 158,000
- Original Language
- French
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- 36th on The 100 Best Novels of the 20th Century (Folha de São Paulo)
- 51st on The 100 Greatest Novels of All Time: The List (The Observer)
- 76th on 100 Essential Books (Bravo! Magazine)
- 268th on Our Users' Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)
- Top 100 Works in World Literature (Norwegian Book Clubs, with the Norwegian Nobel Institute)
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