58 pages 1 hour read

Louis-Ferdinand Celine, Transl. Ralph Manheim

Journey to the End of the Night

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1932

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Louis-Ferdinand Céline’s Journey to the End of the Night captivates with its raw, unfiltered style and intense critique of society and war. Despite its brilliance in narrative innovation, some readers find its cynicism and pessimism overwhelming. The fragmented storytelling and vivid, often grotesque imagery leave a profound impact, albeit sometimes discomforting.

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Who Should Read Journey to the End of the Night?

Readers who appreciate dark humor, existential themes, and anti-heroic protagonists will find Journey to the End of the Night by Louis-Ferdinand Céline compelling. Fans of works like Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger or On the Road by Jack Kerouac will enjoy this gritty, perspective-shifting narrative.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
French Literature
Auto/Biographical Fiction
Topics
Philosophy
Period
WWI / World War I
Modernism
The Lost Generation
Themes
Emotions/Behavior: Apathy
Emotions/Behavior: Hate & Anger
Emotions/Behavior: Love