Journey to the End of the Night

Interesting Facts

• The book is considered one of the most significant works of French literature in the 20th century.
• The work is characterized by its dark and pessimistic tone, which was innovative for its time.
• The novel is written in a stream-of-consciousness style, making it a challenging but engaging read.
• The main character, Ferdinand Bardamu, is an autobiographical reflection of the author himself.
• The book faced censorship and criticism for its frankness and anti-bourgeois sentiments.
• The work had a significant influence on subsequent generations of writers, including Henry Miller and Charles Bukowski.
• The novel spans several continents and numerous social strata, making it epic in scope.