The Deluge (French edition) by Stephen Markley

The Deluge, written by Stephen Markley and translated by Charles Recoursé, is a powerful novel published by Albin Michel in the Terres d'Amérique collection. This monumental work, considered one of the most significant novels of the literary season, immerses the reader in a near future where the effects of climate change reach their peak.

The plot begins in California in 2013, where Tony Pietrus, a scientist and author of a shocking book on global warming, finds himself the target of death threats. Torn between provocation and warning, Tony must confront the prevailing denial while helplessly observing the acceleration of the disaster: super typhoons, megafires, and other manifestations of an unleashed climate.

The intertwined destinies of other characters add a polyphonic dimension to this epic: Ashir, an expert in predictive analysis; Kate, an iconic figure of ecological activism; Shane, a member of an ecoterrorist organization; and Jacquelyn, an advertiser adept in greenwashing. The narrative also explores the journey of Keeper, a drug addict willing to do anything for his fix, and the Pastor, a former Hollywood star who becomes a spokesperson for the far-right.

Each protagonist faces the inevitable: society falters under the assaults of a global ecological crisis, combined with surveillance capitalism and escalating violence. Stephen Markley combines gripping suspense with a lucid analysis of contemporary issues to create a true page-turner that provokes reflection.

By summarizing the essence of humanity at the heart of the catastrophe, The Deluge is both a warning and a call to action. This novel, acclaimed by critics for its depth and vision, questions the reader: What are you willing to sacrifice to save the future?

Article Features:

• Format: Paperback
• EAN13: 9782226475565
• ISBN: 978-2-226-47556-5
• Publisher: Albin Michel
• Publication Date: 08/21/2024
• Collection: Terres d'Amérique
• Number of Pages: 1056
• Dimensions: 24.1 x 15.5 x 4.2 cm
• Weight: 1195 g
• Language: French