Pathetic, contrite and hapless, Benjamin is nonetheless the scapegoat at The Store: there is nothing for which he cannot be blamed. While his blunders remain minor, most of his unwitting victims can find it in their hearts to forgive him, but when violent explosions begin to follow him around, he inevitably becomes the prime suspect. With his girlfriend Julie by his side, Benjamin thrusts himself into uncovering the mystery, delving deep into underground Paris and pursuing the truth through a maze of bizarre criminality and oppressive shadows.

A strange and wonderful tale of pursuit, oozing Pennac's unique imaginative vigour.

About the Author
Daniel Pennac was born in Casablanca in 1944, his father being in the army. He travelled widely in his youth, in Europe, Asia and Africa, and has been employed in a number of capacities, including woodcutter, Paris cab driver, illustrator and schoolteacher. His "Belleville Quintet", written round the character of Benjamin Malaussene has been published in many languages.


Book Information
ISBN 9781846559075
Author Daniel Pennac
Format Paperback
Page Count 144
Imprint The Harvill Press
Publisher Vintage Publishing
Weight(grams) 160g
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 129mm * 14mm