All that stands between one man and murder by the mafia is a penguin.

Viktor is an aspiring writer in Ukraine with only Misha, his pet penguin, for company. Although he would prefer to write short stories, he earns a living composing obituaries for a newspaper. He longs to see his work published, yet the subjects of his obituaries continue to cling to life. But when he opens the newspaper to see his work in print for the first time, his pride swiftly turns to terror. He and Misha have been drawn into a trap from which there appears to be no escape.

Author :  Andrey Kurkov

Edition : Vintage Publishing, Paperback, 240 pages

Publication Date: 27th February 2002

Translated from Russian by George Bird

ISBN : 9781860469459

Condition: Very Good

Weight: 171g
Dimensions: 197 x 128 x 16 mm