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Riotous Assembly

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Riotous Assembly

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1971

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Riotous Assembly

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1971
Book Details
Pages

249

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

South Africa • 1970s

Publication Year

1971

Publisher

Atlantic Monthly Press

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Reviews & Readership

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Riotous Assembly by Tom Sharpe is a satirical novel that garners praise for its sharp wit and dark humor, masterfully highlighting the absurdities of apartheid-era South Africa. Its exaggerated characters and farcical plot deliver both entertainment and incisive social critique. However, some may find the humor too abrasive or the satire uncomfortable. Overall, it's a thought-provoking, if polarizing, read.

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Who Should Read Riotous Assembly?

A reader who enjoys dark humor and satire, reminiscent of works like Candide by Voltaire or Catch-22 by Joseph Heller, would appreciate Riotous Assembly. Fans of sharp social critiques and farcical takes on serious topics, such as racial and political issues, are likely to relish this novel's wit and irony.

Book Details
Pages

249

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

South Africa • 1970s

Publication Year

1971

Publisher

Atlantic Monthly Press

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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