Gargantua and Pantagruel, Book 5
Language: English
Format: Paperback
ISBN 10: 1406577367
ISBN 13: 9781406577365
Publication date:
April 4th, 2008
Publisher: Dodo Pr
Pages: 176
Genres: Humor, Fantasy
In this vivid continuation of a classic saga, readers are invited back into the fantastical world of Gargantua and Pantagruel. François Rabelais masterfully weaves humor, philosophy, and satire, offering a rich tapestry of themes that resonate with both the absurdity and profundity of human experience.
The narrative is intertwined with imaginative characters and their outrageous adventures, encouraging readers to reflect on their own lives through the lens of absurdity and excess. The illustrations by Gustave Doré add a remarkable visual dimension, enhancing the whimsical nature of Rabelais' prose.
As the story unfolds, it presents a unique blend of wit and wisdom, challenging societal norms while celebrating the joys of knowledge and camaraderie. This fifth installment invites both long-time fans and new readers to delve deeper into the imaginative realms crafted by Rabelais.
The narrative is intertwined with imaginative characters and their outrageous adventures, encouraging readers to reflect on their own lives through the lens of absurdity and excess. The illustrations by Gustave Doré add a remarkable visual dimension, enhancing the whimsical nature of Rabelais' prose.
As the story unfolds, it presents a unique blend of wit and wisdom, challenging societal norms while celebrating the joys of knowledge and camaraderie. This fifth installment invites both long-time fans and new readers to delve deeper into the imaginative realms crafted by Rabelais.