“Was he a bad man or just a foolish one? He didn't feel bad to himself. As a husband he believed himself to be essentially good and loyal. It just wasn't written in a man's nature to be monogamous, that was all. And he owed something to his nature even when his nature was at odds with his desire, which was to stay at home and cherish his wife. It was his nature – all nature, the rule of nature – that was the bastard, not him.”
The Finkler Question is a satirical and philosophical novel that delves into the lives of its characters, particularly focusing on the friendship between two men and their shared obsession with the fictional character of Finkler. The story weaves through various historical and cultural contexts, offering a rich tapestry of Jewish life and thought. more
Howard Jacobson is a British author born on August 25, 1942. His works are known for their humor and satire, and he has won multiple literary awards, including the Man Booker Prize. more
“his conscience washed clean by happiness.”