The Finkler Question: A Novel by Howard Jacobson
The novel explores themes of identity, loss, and love through the lens of three friends - two Jewish and one who wishes he was. It delves into the psyche of the characters as they grapple with anti-Semitism, self-hatred, and their own personal tragedies. The protagonist, a man who starts to believe he is Jewish after a violent mugging, navigates his new identity with humor and introspection, leading to a poignant exploration of what it means to belong.
The 7082nd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2010
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 307
- Words
- 105,000
- Original Language
- English
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- 253rd on Our Users' Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- Man Booker Prize (Man Booker Prize)