📖 peek insideThe 100-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared
by Jonas Jonasson
On his hundredth birthday, Allan Karlsson decides he isn't ready for his party at the nursing home and climbs out the window instead. His spontaneous escape leads to an accidental crime spree involving a suitcase full of cash and a colorful cast of characters. Interwoven with his modern-day flight is the story of his improbable life, where he influenced major 20th-century political events alongside world leaders. This international bestseller is a hilarious, satirical journey through history that celebrates the unpredictability of life.
A popular book with millions of readers worldwide.
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