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Muriel Barbery
Muriel Barbery is a French writer and former philosophy teacher who wrote the bestseller The Elegance of the Hedgehog. Her novels often blend everyday stories with philosophical ideas. She has published several works of contemporary
The Elegance of the Hedgehog
Synopsis
EA novel by the French professor of philosophy Muriel Barbery. The book centers on a working-class concierge of an upscale apartment building in Paris, Renee Michel. She is an auto-didact of immense learning who deliberately conceals her intelligence. Her secret is discovered by a young resident of the building named Paloma. The novel is narrated alternately by each of these two characters. First released in August 2006 by Gallimard, the novel became a bestseller of over a million copies.
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Characters
Renee MichelProtagonist
Paloma JosseProtagonist
Frequently asked questions
Is there a movie adaptation of The Elegance of the Hedgehog?
Yes, the novel was adapted into a French film titled "Le Hérisson" (The Hedgehog) in 2009. It generally captures the contemplative spirit and character dynamics of the book.
Does The Elegance of the Hedgehog have multiple narrators?
The story is told through the alternating perspectives of two main characters: the concierge, Renée, and the young resident, Paloma. Their distinct voices offer different insights into the events and themes.