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Jitterbug perfume
Book • 1984
In 'Jitterbug Perfume,' Tom Robbins crafts a narrative that spans centuries, intertwining the lives of various characters across different time periods.
The story follows King Alobar, a medieval king seeking immortality, and his journey with his beloved Kudra, as well as modern characters like Priscilla, a waitress and amateur perfumer in Seattle, and Madame Devalier, who runs a perfume shop in New Orleans.
The novel explores themes of immortality, humor, individuality, and love, using the scent of perfume as a metaphor for deeper life philosophies and connections to the past.
The narrative is characterized by Robbins' unique blend of humor, philosophy, and vivid descriptions, making it a wild and intellectually challenging read.
The story follows King Alobar, a medieval king seeking immortality, and his journey with his beloved Kudra, as well as modern characters like Priscilla, a waitress and amateur perfumer in Seattle, and Madame Devalier, who runs a perfume shop in New Orleans.
The novel explores themes of immortality, humor, individuality, and love, using the scent of perfume as a metaphor for deeper life philosophies and connections to the past.
The narrative is characterized by Robbins' unique blend of humor, philosophy, and vivid descriptions, making it a wild and intellectually challenging read.
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