Deux et deux font cinq (2 + 2 = 5) by Alphonse Allais

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By Richard Baker Posted on Jan 9, 2026
In Category - Frontier Stories
Allais, Alphonse, 1854-1905 Allais, Alphonse, 1854-1905
French
"Deux et deux font cinq (2 + 2 = 5)" by Alphonse Allais is a collection of humorous writings likely written in the late 19th century. The book presents a series of entertaining anecdotes, witty observations, and satirical comments about society, revealing the absurdities of human nature and various aspects of everyday life during the author's time....
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The opening of the text introduces a light-hearted scene in a café where the narrator observes a man consuming an excessive amount of coffee, claiming to be of the same kind as famous literary figures. This whimsical encounter unfolds through a series of humorous exchanges about their lives and preferences. The narrative emphasizes the eccentricities of social interactions and the absurdity that can arise from them, setting a tone of satire and comedy that invites readers to explore further into Allais' world of playful absurdities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Lucas Rivera
3 months ago

From a casual reader’s perspective, the narrative structure is incredibly compelling and well-thought-out. Don't hesitate to download this.

Joseph Flores
2 months ago

I decided to give this a chance and the storytelling feels authentic and emotionally grounded. One of the best books I've read this year.

Lucas Torres
4 months ago

What caught my attention immediately was that the balance between theory and practice is exceptionally well done. I finished this feeling genuinely satisfied.

Sarah Perez
2 months ago

In my opinion, the presentation of ideas feels natural and engaging. I couldn't put it down until the very end.

Charles Thompson
3 months ago

As an avid reader, it manages to explain difficult concepts in plain English. Time very well spent.

4.5
4.5 out of 5 (5 User reviews )

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