Momo
Author: Emile Ajar; Translated by: Manheim, Ralph
Binding: Hardback
Published: London; Collins and Harvill Press, 1978
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Momo, a poignant and darkly humorous novel, chronicles the extraordinary life of a young Arab boy growing up in the care of Madame Rosa, an aging former prostitute in the Belleville district of Paris. This compelling narrative presents a vivid portrait of a makeshift family and the resilience of the human spirit amidst poverty and prejudice. The story masterfully illustrates themes of love, survival, and the search for identity, all told through the innocent yet perceptive eyes of its young protagonist. It captures the bittersweet essence of childhood innocence confronting the harsh realities of the adult world, making for a deeply moving and unforgettable reading experience.
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Author: Emile Ajar; Translated by: Manheim, Ralph
Binding: Hardback
Published: London; Collins and Harvill Press, 1978
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Momo, a poignant and darkly humorous novel, chronicles the extraordinary life of a young Arab boy growing up in the care of Madame Rosa, an aging former prostitute in the Belleville district of Paris. This compelling narrative presents a vivid portrait of a makeshift family and the resilience of the human spirit amidst poverty and prejudice. The story masterfully illustrates themes of love, survival, and the search for identity, all told through the innocent yet perceptive eyes of its young protagonist. It captures the bittersweet essence of childhood innocence confronting the harsh realities of the adult world, making for a deeply moving and unforgettable reading experience.
