The Jokers by Albert Cossery, Anna Moschovakis, James Buchan

145 pages first pub 1964 (editions)

fiction challenging reflective slow-paced
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Who are the jokers?The jokers are the government, and the biggest joker of all is the governor, a bug-eyed, strutting, rapacious character of unequaled incompetence who presides over the nameless Middle Eastern city where this effervescent comedy ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 40 reviews

Moods

challenging 50%
dark 50%
funny 50%
reflective 50%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

No: 100%

Loveable characters?

No: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.78

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