The alternative - David Fonkinos

Martin tries to reach his goal in a merciless world, but he is the young man living on the margins of life, finds himself drowning in internal and external conflicts that drag him into a dark tunnel in which he sees no glimmer of hope. And failure becomes the shadow that never leaves him. In this novel, David Fonkinos — one of France's most prominent contemporary writers — takes us on a philosophical psychological plot that addresses the fragility of man when failure becomes part of his identity, and sheds light on the hidden side of those who live alternatives in others' lives. A journey into the depths of the self, where major questions about value, meaning, and place intersect… So when does the light sneak into the life of the alternative? Translation: Dina Mohamed Maawad Number of pages: 272 pages Riwaq Publishing