Platform
$31.94
- Paperback
368 pages
- Release Date
1 September 2003
Summary
From the author of cult favourite Atomised
Michel is a civil servant at the Ministry of Culture. When his father is murdered, Michel takes a leave of absence to go on a package tour to Thailand. Infuriated by the shallow hypocrisy and mediocrity of his fellow travellers, only the awkward Valerie attracts his attention. Too bashful to pursue her, Michel prefers the uncomplicated pleasures of Thai massage parlours and sex with local women.
Back in Paris, he calls Valeri…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780099437888 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 0099437880 |
| Author: | Michel Houellebecq |
| Publisher: | Vintage Publishing |
| Imprint: | Vintage |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 368 |
| Release Date: | 1 September 2003 |
| Weight: | 258g |
| Dimensions: | 198mm x 130mm x 23mm |
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Critics Review
A brilliant novel
“With Atomised, you could see that Houellebecq was headed for greatness. With Platform he has attained it. The book is a stunning achievement” Evening Standard “Reading Houellebecq is never deflating; it is, rather, a source of constant inspiration and delight. Would that we could produce his like in England” Observer “A brilliant novel” – Anita Brookner “Michel Houellebecq has put contemporary French literature back on the map in a way not seen since Camus” – David Sexton Evening Standard “There is something new and rare here, a genuinely unsettling wit with a terrible tang of truth” Sunday Telegraph
About The Author
Michel Houellebecq
Michel Houellebecq is a poet, essayist and novelist. He is the author of several novels including The Map and the Territory (winner of the Prix Goncourt), Atomised, Platform, Whatever and Submission. He was awarded the Legion d’Honneur in 2019.
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