Tom Sharpe's brilliantly chaotic comedy follows Henry Wilt, a long-suffering polytechnic lecturer whose humdrum existence takes a spectacularly absurd turn when his wife disappears and he becomes the prime suspect. What unfolds is a masterclass in British farce — mistaken identities, bumbling police work, and one very suspicious inflatable doll. Sharpe's wit is razor-sharp, his social satire cutting, and his ability to escalate absurdity is unmatched. Perfect for fans of dark humour, academic satire, and anyone who's ever fantasised about escaping suburban tedium.
