The Mezzanine by Nicholson Baker

The book is a stream-of-consciousness narrative that delves into the thoughts of a young office worker during his lunch-hour escalator ride back to the mezzanine floor of his office building. In this brief journey, the protagonist reflects on various aspects of modern life, from the design of milk cartons to the intricacies of shoelaces. The novel is notable for its meticulous attention to the minutiae of everyday life and its exploration of the inner workings of the protagonist's mind, revealing the complexity and profundity that can be found in the most ordinary of moments.

The 8589th greatest book of all time


Published
1988
Nationality
American
Type
Fiction
Pages
135
Words
49,500
Original Language
English
Alternate Titles
None

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