Doppler by Erlend Loe
The book follows the story of a man named Doppler who, disillusioned with modern society and its consumerist values, decides to abandon his conventional life in Oslo and live in the forest. After a cycling accident, he becomes increasingly detached from his previous life, seeking solace and simplicity in nature. Doppler's journey is marked by his interactions with a moose calf he names Bongo, which he kills for food, and his reflections on the absurdities of human existence. Through humor and introspection, the narrative explores themes of isolation, the search for meaning, and the critique of societal norms.
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- Published
- 2004
- Nationality
- Norwegian
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 150-200
- Original Language
- Norwegian
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