Description
In Howard Jacobson's sharp and witty novel, Julian Treslove, a disillusioned BBC employee, finds his life irrevocably altered after a sudden, unprovoked attack. This event forces him to confront his past, his relationships, and the very nature of identity, particularly through his complex friendships with the charismatic philosopher Sam Finkler and their former teacher, Libor Sevcik. As these three men navigate the profound grief of loss and the lingering questions of their Jewish heritage, they grapple with the enduring impact of love, regret, and the search for meaning in a world that often feels absurd. Jacobson masterfully blends humor and pathos, exploring themes of masculinity, belonging, and the poignant absurdity of the human condition with his signature intellectual flair.
Available Editions
paperback
Bloomsbury
Published Jan 1, 2010
307 pages
ISBN: 9781408808870
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Details
First Published
2010
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Finkler Question by Howard Jacobson.