The Accidental Further Adventures of the Hundred-Year-Old Man A Novel

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The Accidental Further Adventures of the Hundred-Year-Old Man A Novel

Jonas Jonasson, Rachel Willson-Broyles

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This novel continues the improbable journey of Allan Karlsson, now 101 years old, alongside his companion Julius. Their latest escapade begins with a seemingly simple hot air balloon ride that takes a disastrous turn, landing them in the sea and leading to their rescue by a North Korean vessel. Unbeknownst to them, the ship is involved in a clandestine mission to transport contraband uranium, plunging Allan and Julius into a whirlwind of international intrigue. The plot quickly escalates as Allan and Julius find themselves entangled in a complex diplomatic crisis, interacting with global leaders such as Angela Merkel and Donald Trump. Their accidental involvement highlights themes of political absurdity, the unpredictable nature of world events, and the humor found in chaotic situations. The book's compelling nature lies in its wildly implausible, yet hilariously executed, scenarios that see an elderly man inadvertently influencing major global affairs, offering a witty and entertaining commentary on contemporary politics and human folly.

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Publisher

HarperCollins

Pages

448

Format

PAPERBACK

ISBN-13

9781443455558

ISBN-10

1443455555

Language

English

Published

2018-08-07