From the Publisher
Fiercely satirical. . . . Yamashita presents [an] intricate plot with mordant wit.” — New York Times Book Review
“A stunner.” — Library Journal (starred review)
“Brilliant. . . . An ingenious interpretation of social woes.” — Booklist (starred review)
“David Foster Wallace meets Gabriel García Márquez.” — Publishers Weekly
“Yamashita’s fast-paced and bittersweet tale ties together all classes, races and nationalities in a cosmic vision that is both well-written and entertaining.” — Counterpoise
