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The Third Policeman
The Third Policeman
Author: Flann O'Brien
'Of all of O'Brien's books, The Third Policeman seemss to have the most gripping, complete and beautifully fashioned insanity. This is the kind of work that could give post-modernism a good name.' Al Kennedy — "How desireable her seat was, how charming the invitation of her slim encircling handle-arms, how unaccountably competent and reassuring...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780007115211
ISBN-10: 0007115210
Publication Date: 2001
Pages: 228
Rating:
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5 stars, based on 1 rating
Publisher: Flamingo/Harper Collins
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
Members Wishing: 2
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shuffdog avatar reviewed The Third Policeman on + 31 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
It's like Alice and Wonderland: an absolutely bewildering delight. Hint: please don't read any spoilers.
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Helpful Score: 2
Fans of "Lost" have been scooping up copies of this book since it appeared on the show last year. It's hard to follow at times but presents some fascinating ideas on "atomic theory" as well as the existence of eternity and the universe.
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Helpful Score: 1
Really original and funny. Aptly called a classic.
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