The Coup by John Updike
"The Coup" is a satirical novel that tells the story of Colonel Hakim Félix Ellelou, the ruler of a small, fictional, underdeveloped African nation. The narrative, delivered through Ellelou's first-person perspective, explores his anti-Western sentiments, his struggles with modernity and development, and his complex personal life, including his relationships with his four wives. The novel presents a critique of both Western imperialism and African dictatorships, using humor and wit to examine the complexities of global politics.
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- Published
- 1978
- Nationality
- American
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- Pages
- 320
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- Donald Barthelme’s Reading List (Believer Mag)
- Ninety-Nine Novels: The Best in English since 1939 (Anthony Burges (Book))