Queneau, Raymond

Zazie in the Metro

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ISBN 13:: 9780241618875
author:: Queneau, Raymond
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Penguin Books Ltd (UK)
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2023
Pages:: 112
Dimensions:: 1.7 x 13.2 x 13.2 centimetres (0
Genre:: Fiction & Literature, Classics, Fiction & Literature,
Condition:: New
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Zazie in the Metro by Raymond Queneau is a witty and stylish tale about a young girl's desire for freedom. Zazie arrives in Paris from the country to stay with her uncle, but all she really wants to do is ride the metro. When finding it shut due to a strike, she looks for other means of amusement, leading to a comic adventure that becomes wilder and more manic by the minute. Packed full of word play and phonetic games, this book remains as engaging and entertaining as ever. With its unique blend of humor and mischief, Zazie in the Metro is a worthwhile read for anyone looking for a lighthearted and humorous story. First published in 1960, this cult favourite has been enjoyed by readers for generations. Its enduring popularity is a testament to Queneau's clever writing style and the timeless appeal of its protagonist's antics.

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