'Doppler' by Erlend Loe is a captivating tale about Andreas Doppler, a man who decides to reject civilization to live in the forest after a life-changing event. The story revolves around Doppler's journey of self-discovery, anti-consumerism beliefs, and his unconventional relationships with nature, his family, and an elk calf named Bongo. The writing style is described as radiant, humorous, and thought-provoking, blending elements of humor, tragedy, and everyday bliss. The book challenges societal norms and encourages readers to reflect on their own beliefs and values through Doppler's unconventional actions and perspectives.
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Doppler has just lost his father. Despite the fact that he has a pregnant wife and two children, he decides to move into the woods. Here he starts a lonely and purposefully boring existence. He has never been so happy. When Doppler kills a she-elk for meat, he can't feel guilty about it, but he does feel a bit guilty about the calf she left behind. When the baby elk adopts him, Doppler is tempted to knock it down as well. But the little elk is wily and escapes death, and gradually they become friends. He names the little elk Bongo-and finds her to be a very good listener.
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About the Author:
Erlend Loe is a Norwegian novelist. His eight books have been translated into more than 20 languages. Don Bartlett has translated Per Petterson, Jo Nesbo, Gunnar Staalesen, and Karl Ove Knausgaard. He and Don Shaw were shortlisted for the 2017 Man Booker International Prize for their translation of Roy Jacobsen's The Unseen.
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