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Street of Thieves

By Mathias Enard
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Street of Thieves by Mathias Enard follows the journey of Lakhdar, a young man from Tangier navigating the complexities of life amidst political and social upheavals. As he transitions from adolescence to adulthood, Lakhdar encounters themes of identity, freedom, and survival while exploring new possibilities in a rapidly changing world. The narrative captures his internal and external struggles as he seeks a place where he truly belongs.
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You might find this book intriguing if you enjoy stories about self-discovery woven into the complexities of cultural and political landscapes. It offers a captivating exploration of personal journey against the backdrop of socio-political upheaval in North Africa and Europe, perfect for readers who appreciate thoughtful narrative and richly detailed settings.

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Street of Thieves

A superb coming of age novel that delves deep into the experience of immigrant experience.

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Recipient of three French literary awards, Mathias Enard's follow-up to the critically acclaimed Zone is a timely novel about a young Moroccan boy caught up in the turbulent events of the Middle East, and a possible murder.

Exiled from his family for religious transgressions related to his feelings for his cousin, Lakhdar finds himself on the streets of Barcelona hiding from both the police and the Muslim Group for the Propagation of Koranic Thoughts, a group he worked for in Tangier not long after being thrown out on the streets by his father.

Lakhdar's transformations—from a boy into a man, from a devout Muslim into a sinner—take place against the backdrop of some of the most important events of the past few years: the violence and exciting eruption of the Arab Spring and the devastating collapse of Europe's economy.

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Mathias Enard's Street of Thieves is celebrated for its gripping narrative and raw exploration of contemporary issues, with critics comparing his impact to that of Michel Houellebecq and noting his unique voice blending Céline and Camus. The novel is lauded for its incisive examination of themes such as religion, politics, and globalisation, whilst providing poignant insights into the Arab Spring and related movements. Enard's writing, transformed through Charlotte Mandell’s translation, is praised for its clarity and emotional depth, capturing the reader's sympathy for its characters amidst turbulent settings.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780992974763

Publisher: Fitzcarraldo Editions

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 26 August 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Fitzcarraldo Editions

Contributors:

  • Translated by Charlotte Mandell
  • Translated by Charlotte Mandell
  • Translated by Charlotte Mandell

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 125.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 280

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About the Author

Mathias Enard studied Persian and Arabic and spent long periods in the Middle East. A professor of Arabic at the University of Barcelona, he won the Prix des Cinq Continents de la Francophonie and the Prix Edmee de la Rochefoucault for his first novel, La perfection du tir. He has been awarded many prizes for Zone, including the Prix du Livre Inter and the Prix Decembre.

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