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Salmon Fishing in the Yemen

Paul Torday
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Salmon Fishing in the Yemen

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007

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Paul Torday

Salmon Fishing in the Yemen

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007
Book Details
Pages

329

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Yemen And United Kingdom • 2000s

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Salmon Fishing in the Yemen by Paul Torday explores an improbable project to introduce salmon fishing in the Yemeni desert. The story follows fisheries scientist Dr. Alfred Jones as he navigates political and personal challenges, ultimately reevaluating his perceptions and priorities, illustrating the intersection of faith, determination, and the unpredictability of human endeavors.

Contemplative

Inspirational

Humorous

Romantic

Reviews & Readership

3.8

17,973 ratings

56%

Loved it

33%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Salmon Fishing in the Yemen by Paul Torday is praised for its unique premise and satirical tone, blending politics and humor. The novel effectively captures cultural clashes and bureaucratic absurdities. However, some readers feel the narrative can be uneven, with a mix of intriguing characters and less engaging plot developments. Overall, it's a creative and thought-provoking read.

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Who Should Read Salmon Fishing in the Yemen?

A reader who enjoys Salmon Fishing in the Yemen by Paul Torday likely appreciates satirical and whimsical novels with political and cultural commentary. Fans of Alexander McCall Smith's The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency or Yann Martel's Life of Pi might find this book appealing.

3.8

17,973 ratings

56%

Loved it

33%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

329

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Yemen And United Kingdom • 2000s

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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