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 The Elegance of the Hedgehog by Muriel BarberyIn this enthralling international bestseller, two girls live inconspicuous lives in the center of an elegant Paris apartment building. It is only when a stranger moves into their building--and sees through the girls' disguises--that Paloma and Rene discover their kindred spirits. "The formula that made more than half a million readers in France fall in love with this book has, among other ingredients: intelligent humor, fine sentiments, an excellent literary and philosophical backdrop, good taste, sophistication and substance." --La Repubblica "Both [of the book's protagonists] create eloquent little essays on time, beauty and the meaning of life, Renée with erudition and Paloma with adolescent brio." --Caryn James, New York Times review Paperback 325 pages - (9/08)
ZC2605 The Elegance of the Hedgehog $15.00
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