This practical and insightful reading guide offers a complete summary and analysis of Empire of the Ants by Bernard Werber. Werber's novels frequently explore imaginary worlds, and combine mythology, spirituality, philosophy and science. He went on to write a number of novels, including Empire of the Ants. His novels span multiple genres, including the mystery novel, the fantastic novel and science fiction, but are united by their focus on the theme of mankind. After studying criminology, then journalism, he embarked on a career as a scientific journalist.

Through this dual plot, Werber produces a thought-provoking book which raises questions about man's place on earth.īernard Werber was a French writer. The novel tells two stories in parallel: that of everyday life in the anthill, and that of a series of mysterious disappearances that the reader is invited to investigate. It focuses on Jonathan Wells, an entomologist's nephew who has discovered a way to communicate with ants. It was followed by Le Jour des fourmis ('The Day of the Ants') and La Révolution des fourmis ('The Revolution of the Ants'). This clear and detailed 26-page reading guide is structured as follows:Ī reflection on the place and behaviour of mankindĮmpire of the Ants was first published in 1991, and is the first book in a trilogy about ants. It provides a thorough exploration of the novel's plot, characters and main themes, including science, ecology, and the role of mankind. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time. 9782806273468 26 EBook Plurilingua Publishing This practical and insightful reading guide offers a complete summary and analysis of Empire of the Ants by Bernard Werber.

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