The Slap by Christos Tsiolkas
"The Slap" is a thought-provoking novel that explores the repercussions of a single incident at a suburban barbecue. When a man slaps a misbehaving child who is not his own, it sets off a chain of events that unravels the lives of the characters involved. Told from multiple perspectives, the book delves into themes of family, morality, and the complexities of modern society, challenging readers to question their own beliefs and values.
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- Published
- 2008
- Nationality
- Australian
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 485
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(3.3)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 3 lists:
- 1st on 30 Best Australian books of the 21st century (Readings)
- 37th on Australia’s Radio National top 100 books of the 21st century (ABC Radio national)
- 15 Australian Classics for your Consideration (The Sydney Morning Herald)