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Contemporary Fiction

Submission

Michel Houellebecq
fr. Soumission · 2015
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Interesting Facts

Interesting Facts

  • The novel is set in 2022, when a Muslim party comes to power in France.
  • The main character, François, is a literature professor specializing in the works of Joris-Karl Huysmans.
  • The novel explores themes of political and religious identity, as well as the crisis of Western civilization.
  • The book sparked widespread resonance and debate due to its provocative content and political satire.
  • The title of the novel refers to the concept of 'Islam,' which translates from Arabic as 'submission.'
Submission
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Date of publication: 9 July 2024
Updated: 13 April 2025
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Author: 
Michel Houellebecq
Original title: fr. Soumission · 2015
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