Submission
“Submission” by Michel Houellebecq, published by Vintage on June 2, 2016, is a thought-provoking exploration of a near-future France facing a pivotal political shift. As the 2022 French Presidential election approaches, two main candidates emerge: Marine Le Pen and the charismatic Muhammed Ben Abbes. The narrative follows the life of François, a misanthropic and alienated middle-aged man, as the country undergoes a dramatic transformation with the rise of Islamic law, marking a significant departure from French secularism.
Readers will find a blend of satire and melancholy as Houellebecq delves into themes of faith and meaning within Western society. The book presents a complex view of societal change, highlighting the implications of political alliances and cultural shifts. With its unique perspective on contemporary issues, “Submission” offers insights into the dynamics of religion and identity in a dystopian setting, making it a notable addition to the realms of literary and world literature. This edition spans 251 pages and is written in English.
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As the 2022 French Presidential election looms, two candidates emerge as favourites: Marine Le Pen of the Front National, and the charismatic Muhammed Ben Abbes of the growing Muslim Fraternity. Forming a controversial alliance with the political left to block the Front National’s alarming ascendency, Ben Abbes sweeps to power, and overnight the country is transformed. This proves to be the death knell of French secularism, as Islamic law comes into force: women are veiled, polygamy is encouraged and, for our narrator Fran�ois – misanthropic, middle-aged and alienated – life is set on a new course.
Submission is a devastating satire, comic and melancholy by turns, and a profound meditation on faith and meaning in Western society.
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