About “The Flounder”
A 1977 novel by Günter Grass is based loosely on Grimm's "The Fisherman and His Wife." The story takes place over nine months as the narrator's wife becomes pregnant and hears tales about the cooks the fisherman has met. The novel explores themes of history and the lack of recognition for women's contributions. It is inventive, imaginative, and irreverent, blending folk tale with contemporary story. The novel is humorous and highlights the value of modern-day myth and timeless legend.
Book details
- First published
- 1977
- Latest edition
- 1993 · ISBN 9780844667058
- Pages
- 547
View more editions (6)
| Cover | Edition | Year | ISBN | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | The Flounder | 1993 | 9780844667058 | Buy on Amazon |
 | The flounder | 1989 | 0330305581 | Buy on Amazon |
 | The flounder | 1989 | 0156319357 | Buy on Amazon |
 | Flounder | 1983 | 9780449203491 | Buy on Amazon |
| The flounder | 1979 | 0140049207 | Buy on Amazon | |
 | The flounder | 1978 | 0151314861 | Buy on Amazon |
Frequently asked questions
How many pages is The Flounder?
The Flounder by Günter Grass has 547 pages.