--- product_id: 514543475 title: "The Prophet and the Idiot: The new satirical novel from the multi-million copy bestselling author of The Hundred-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out of the Window and Disappeared" price: "€ 26.23" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.gr/products/514543475-the-prophet-and-the-idiot-the-new-satirical-novel-from store_origin: GR region: Greece --- # Epic European adventure backdrop Set in 2011, precise end-of-world timing Sharp satirical humor throughout The Prophet and the Idiot: The new satirical novel from the multi-million copy bestselling author of The Hundred-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out of the Window and Disappeared **Price:** € 26.23 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📚 Countdown to chaos never looked this hilarious! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Prophet and the Idiot: The new satirical novel from the multi-million copy bestselling author of The Hundred-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out of the Window and Disappeared - **How much does it cost?** € 26.23 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.gr](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/514543475-the-prophet-and-the-idiot-the-new-satirical-novel-from) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Satire meets social media:** Dive into a clever blend of doomsday prophecy and influencer culture that’s as relevant as your latest scroll. - • **Unlikely trio on a wild ride:** Follow Petra, Johan, and Agnes as they navigate Europe with wit, wisdom, and unexpected social media savvy. - • **End-of-the-world clock ticking:** Experience a thrilling countdown to September 21, 2011, 21:20 — the atmospheric collapse you won’t want to miss. - • **Bestselling author’s signature wit:** From the mind behind a multi-million copy bestseller, expect surreal humor and subtle political jabs that reward repeat reads. - • **Critically acclaimed and reader-loved:** Join over 3,000 readers who gave it a solid 4.2-star rating — a must-read for fans of sharp satire and adventure. ## Overview The Prophet and the Idiot is a satirical novel by the internationally bestselling author of The Hundred-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out of the Window and Disappeared. Set in late summer 2011, it follows a self-taught astrophysicist, a doomsday prophet, and a social media-savvy widow racing across Europe as they confront an impending atmospheric collapse. Blending sharp humor, social commentary, and adventure, this critically acclaimed book has earned a 4.2-star rating from over 3,000 readers and ranks highly in satire and parody categories. ## Description The brand-new, hilarious, feel-good adventure from the internationally bestselling author of The Hundred Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out of the Window and Disappeared Sweden, late summer of 2011. Self-taught astrophysicist Petra has calculated that the atmosphere will collapse on the 21st of September that year, around 21.20 to be more precise, bringing about the end of times. Armed with this terrible knowledge, Petra meets Johan, a domesday prophet, and Agnes, a widow of 75 who has made bank living a double life on social media as a young influencer. Together, the trio race through Europe as they plan to make the most out of the time they have left, in more ways than one. But of course, things rarely go to plan, even the end of the world… Review: Great fun - As with his previous offerings, Jonas has produced a witty, surreal, inventive and entertaining read. Difficult to put this down. Review: Review prophet and the idiot - Very clever plot and a very funny book as well. Would recommend this book particularly to anyone with an interest in world politics. This is definitely one of this author's best books and I will definitely be reading it again as there is a whole lot of very subtle humour in there that could easily be missed first time round. Very enjoyable read ## Features - New Store Stock ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | 22,196 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 112 in Satires 172 in Parodies (Books) 770 in Adventure Stories & Action | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 3,131 Reviews | ## Images ![The Prophet and the Idiot: The new satirical novel from the multi-million copy bestselling author of The Hundred-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out of the Window and Disappeared - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81uqvOJlZgL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great fun *by P***S on 23 May 2025* As with his previous offerings, Jonas has produced a witty, surreal, inventive and entertaining read. Difficult to put this down. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review prophet and the idiot *by C***E on 15 February 2024* Very clever plot and a very funny book as well. Would recommend this book particularly to anyone with an interest in world politics. This is definitely one of this author's best books and I will definitely be reading it again as there is a whole lot of very subtle humour in there that could easily be missed first time round. Very enjoyable read ### ⭐⭐⭐ Stretch the imagination! *by N***S on 17 January 2024* Many a giggle, chortle or good laugh! the imagine nation is coaxed into action as the scenes unfold on the page! The characters are amusingly constructed and portrayed.. the action is plausible and comic, the extent of the story, from local to bizarrely remote regions and folk is vast. A comic read, although I admit to not finishing the book, just too much to stick to when a change of topic in reading material is beckoning. ## Frequently Bought Together - The Prophet and the Idiot: The new satirical novel from the multi-million copy bestselling author of The Hundred-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out of the Window and Disappeared - Sweet Sweet Revenge Ltd.: The latest hilarious feel-good fiction from the internationally bestselling Jonas Jonasson and the most fun you’ll have in 2021 - The Accidental Further Adventures of the Hundred-Year-Old Man: The Sunday Times bestselling political fiction novel with comedic elements --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.gr/products/514543475-the-prophet-and-the-idiot-the-new-satirical-novel-from](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/514543475-the-prophet-and-the-idiot-the-new-satirical-novel-from) --- *Product available on Desertcart Greece* *Store origin: GR* *Last updated: 2026-08-07*