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A Fraction of the Whole

by Steve Toltz
RM33.24 MYR
A Fraction of the Whole
A Fraction of the Whole

Dysfunctional family saga, darkly comedic existential exploration.

If you enjoy a good dive into the complexities of family dynamics, "A Fraction Of The Whole" might just be the next book to captivate you. Steve Toltz has skillfully intertwined humor with the philosophical musings of life, resulting in a richly textured narrative that reveals how our relationships shape our identity. The book's sharp wit and sprawling storyline could have you both laughing and pondering long after you've turned the last page.

  • Booker Prize Nominee (2008)
  • Guardian First Book Award Nominee (2008)
  • New South Wales Premier's Literary Award for People's Choice Award (2009)
  • Bollinger Everyman Wodehouse Prize Nominee for comic fiction (2009)
  • Australian Book Industry Award (ABIA) for Literary Fiction and Nominee for Newcomer (2008)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

A Fraction of the Whole

by Steve Toltz
RM33.24 MYR
ISBN: 9780141041797
Authors: Steve Toltz
Publisher: Penguin Books
Date of Publication: 2008-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Contemporary, Literary Fiction
Related Topics: Literature, Philosophy
Goodreads rating: 4.14
(rated by 22849 readers)
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Book Condition Guide

Books in Like New Condition

This book may contain very minor cosmetic defects, but it is in pristine condition. There should be no yellowing, no foxing, no water damage, and no annotations of any kind on the cover and the pages. For paperbacks, there should not be any crease marks on the spine. This book is good as new — lucky you!

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Books in Very Good Condition

This book has been used, but it is still in a clean condition. There should be no foxing or annotations of any kind on the inner pages, but a sparse amount may be present on the cover, title pages, or outside edges of the book. There should be no water damage of any kind. For paperbacks, there may be light crease marks on the spine.

*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.

Books in Good Condition

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*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.

Books in Well Read Condition

This is a well-read book, which means that the previous owner probably really enjoyed it! The cover and pages may include moderate foxing and annotations, but the text is not obscured and still readable. Moderate cosmetic defects and minor water damage may be present on the edges of the book. For paperbacks, there may be multiple crease marks on the spine.

*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.

 

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Dysfunctional family saga, darkly comedic existential exploration.

If you enjoy a good dive into the complexities of family dynamics, "A Fraction Of The Whole" might just be the next book to captivate you. Steve Toltz has skillfully intertwined humor with the philosophical musings of life, resulting in a richly textured narrative that reveals how our relationships shape our identity. The book's sharp wit and sprawling storyline could have you both laughing and pondering long after you've turned the last page.

  • Booker Prize Nominee (2008)
  • Guardian First Book Award Nominee (2008)
  • New South Wales Premier's Literary Award for People's Choice Award (2009)
  • Bollinger Everyman Wodehouse Prize Nominee for comic fiction (2009)
  • Australian Book Industry Award (ABIA) for Literary Fiction and Nominee for Newcomer (2008)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.