Penguin Island by Anatole France

A Satirical Novel

"Penguin Island" is a satirical novel that tells the story of a fictional land, Penguin Island, which is mistakenly baptized by a nearsighted missionary monk who believes the penguins are people. The novel then traces the history of this civilization, drawing parallels with French history and satirizing its politics, religion, and social mores. The narrative also incorporates elements of fantasy, such as penguins transforming into humans, and uses these elements to critique and lampoon human society and its institutions.

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Published
1908
Nationality
French
Type
Fiction
Pages
Unknown
Words
60,959
Original Language
French
Alternate Titles
None

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