

A Horse Walks Into a Bar
Book • 2016
The novel takes place over two hours in a bar in the Israeli coastal town of Netanya, where a retired district court judge, Avishai Lazar, is invited to watch a stand-up comedy routine by Dovaleh Greenstein.
Greenstein, who trades on divisive and offensive jokes, is haunted by past decisions that have detrimentally affected his personal relationships.
The story delves into themes of identity, trauma, and the complexities of human relationships, all within the context of a comedic performance.
The book won the 2017 Man Booker International Prize for its translation by Jessica Cohen.
Greenstein, who trades on divisive and offensive jokes, is haunted by past decisions that have detrimentally affected his personal relationships.
The story delves into themes of identity, trauma, and the complexities of human relationships, all within the context of a comedic performance.
The book won the 2017 Man Booker International Prize for its translation by Jessica Cohen.
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