by Christos Tsiolkas · Belfond · tapa blanda · ISBN 9782714446459
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«La Gifle» is the novel by Christos Tsiolkas, published by Belfond in paperback (466 pages, in French).
During a barbecue on the outskirts of Melbourne, a dispute leads Harry to slap Hugo, a four-year-old boy. The incident affects the attendees: hosts Hector and Aisha, Hugo's mother Anouk, Manolis, and teenagers Connie and Richie. The novel explores responsibility, morality, and human relationships in today's society.
Published in 2011 and translated into French by Jean-Luc Piningre from the original English.
For readers of contemporary fiction seeking a multi-voiced narrative about morality, family, and coexistence.
Christos Tsiolkas is an Australian author, playwright, and screenwriter. He is especially known for The Slap, which was both well-received critically and highly successful commercially. Several of his books have been adapted for film and television.
