Another book where I am embarrassed to say I only read it because it was in 1001 books to read before you die. Sigh. It does make finding good books super easy! And they're cheap.



Rameau's nephew is a good one from Denis Diderot which gives you a sense of French Literature on the rise. Probably the "coolest" (if I can use that word in the nerdiest sense.) Is that Diderot references Tristram Shandy is a recursive way that should delight people 1) Who appreciate "post modern" literature and 2) people who have read both books.



I couldn't really say, "Yeah read this book indpendent of Shandy." Because that's kind of the best bit, in my mind. There is also alot of "witty" dialogue- French literature-style.