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  • The 100-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared

  • By: Jonas Jonasson
  • Narrated by: Steven Crossley
  • Length: 12 hrs
  • 4.3 out of 5 stars (13,936 ratings)

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The 100-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared

By: Jonas Jonasson
Narrated by: Steven Crossley
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Publisher's summary

A larger-than-life old man with a fondness for vodka goes on an unexpected adventure in this whimsical novel — perfect for fans of Forrest Gump and A Man Called Ove.

After a long and eventful life, Allan Karlsson ends up in a nursing home, believing it to be his last stop. The only problem is that he’s still in good health—and tomorrow is his hundredth birthday. A big celebration is in the works, but Allan really isn’t interested, and he’d like a bit more control over his vodka consumption. So he decides to escape.

He climbs out the window in his slippers and embarks on a hilarious and entirely unexpected journey, involving, among other surprises, a suitcase stuffed with cash, some unpleasant criminals, a friendly hot-dog stand operator, and an elephant.

Quirky and utterly unique, The 100-Year-Old Man Who Climbed out the Window and Disappeared has charmed millions of people around the world.

©2009 Jonas Jonasson (P)2012 AudioGO

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Love, Love, Loved It!!

What a brilliant and enlightening story. The tone and texture of the vocal performance was delightful. Over the course of listening, I can certainly say I fell in love with Allen Carson. (sp?) I look forward to hearing the follow up I just discovered. Oh happy day!

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Fun

It has a lot in common with Forrest Gump in that the lead character Allen has an adventurer filled life, an easy going manner, and finds himself saying yes often therefore getting himself into loads of situations that the author builds around historic events.

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loved it

so bizarre and funny. one of the few books that had me laughing out loud. yet the bouncing of times was so entertaining. loved it.

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plot twists & turns are great. well read story

the pl9t twists and turns were fabulous and characters/story well written. kudos for a story that keeps the listener/reader engaged

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I enjoyed this book! ..................................😱

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I recommend the book before you watch the movie! .................................................. 😱

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A must Read

Very different and yet entertaing storylne. Hated to see it end. Excellent reading. Alot of new twists.

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Read this book next

I do not often write reviews, but this book is worthy of praise and my new favorite of all time. Well written with language that flows beautifully, laugh out loud funny and heart warming. The narrator captures the spirit of the book perfectly. Even though I just finished this book and I have many others in queue, I’m looking forward to listening to this again.

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A fun listen!

The narrator was a great choice. This book had me laughing and giggling on my drive to and from work. Allen would ramble from time to time, but what 100 year old man wouldn't? Great action-packed, love story. Would love to see a movie based on this book!

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Loved this!

Such a great narration and storyline for this quirky tale of Alan's journey. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a lighthearted story with lots of laughs and great writing.

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Lots of twists

This book covers "history" in humorous twists and turns. It's an easy to listen to book when you don't want to think.

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