The Book of Laughter and Forgetting
by Milan Kundera, Aaron Asher
The Book of Laughter and Forgetting by Milan Kundera, Aaron Asher holds a highly rated rating of 4.01 out of 5, based on 28.2K reader ratings. First published in 1979. The book spans 313 pages.
About The Book of Laughter and Forgetting
Rich in its stories, characters, and imaginative range, The Book of Laughter and Forgetting is the novel that brought Milan Kundera his first big international success in the late 1970's. Like all his work, it is valuable for far more than just its historical implications. In seven wonderfully integrated parts, different aspects of human existence are magnified and reduced, reordered and emphasized, newly examined, analyzed and experienced.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Milan Kundera, Aaron Asher |
| Published | 1979 |
| Pages | 313 |
| Genres | Fiction, Philosophy, Classics, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.01 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 28,159 |
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What genre is The Book of Laughter and Forgetting?
The Book of Laughter and Forgetting is categorized as Fiction, Philosophy, Classics, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Classics.
Is The Book of Laughter and Forgetting worth reading?
Based on 28.2K reader ratings, The Book of Laughter and Forgetting has an average score of 4.01 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Book of Laughter and Forgetting?
The Book of Laughter and Forgetting has 313 pages.
Who wrote The Book of Laughter and Forgetting?
The Book of Laughter and Forgetting was written by Milan Kundera, Aaron Asher. It was first published in 1979.
What is the ISBN for The Book of Laughter and Forgetting?
The ISBN-13 for The Book of Laughter and Forgetting is 9780060932140.0.
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