by Christos Tsiolkas · 10/18 · libro de bolsillo · ISBN 9782264055408
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«La Gifle» is the literary fiction novel by Australian writer Christos Tsiolkas, published by 10/18 in paperback (593 pages, in French).
At a barbecue in Melbourne, an adult slaps another couple's child. The incident triggers a conflict involving the guests and exposes class tensions, racism, desire, addictions, and opposing views on parenting. A portrait of contemporary Australian society.
Work originally published in 2008 as «The Slap»; this French edition appeared in 2012 and was translated from English (Australia) by Jean-Luc Piningre.
For readers of contemporary literary fiction and book clubs, with a story that invites debate on coexistence, prejudice, and education.
Christos Tsiolkas is an Australian author, playwright, and screenwriter. He is especially known for The Slap, which was both well-received critically and highly successful commercially. Several of his books have been adapted for film and television.
