Description
In this sweeping novel, a young man's idyllic childhood on the island of Mauritius is shattered by tragedy, forcing him into a world of hardship and shame. Haunted by the memory of his lost paradise and the legend of buried treasure, he embarks on a lifelong quest to reclaim the opulence and magic of his youth. His journey takes him across continents and through the crucible of war, leading to profound self-discovery and a reckoning with the obsessions that have defined his life. Le Clézio masterfully weaves a lyrical and poignant narrative that explores themes of memory, loss, and the enduring human search for meaning.
Available Editions
paperback
Atlantic Books, Limited
Published Jan 1, 2016
353 pages
ISBN: 9781848873858
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Details
First Published
1985
Language
eng
Translation
From: fra
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Prospector by J.M.G Le Clézio.