Max Barry
Max Barry is an Australian author known for his satirical fiction that often explores themes of corporate culture and language. His notable works include "Lexicon," which delves into the power of words, "Jennifer Government," a dystopian tale set in a world dominated by corporations, and "Company," a humorous take on the corporate workplace.
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Books by Max Barry
3 books available
Lexicon
by Max Barry
3.9(33,149)
In a world where language is a weapon and poets manipulate minds, a street-smart orphan and an amnesiac man become unwitting pawns in a secret war that threatens to unravel the very fabric of communication.
Company
by Max Barry
3.7(5,858)
A new hire at Zephyr Holdings enters a hilariously absurd corporate world where donuts spark intrigue and the CEO is a myth. He questions what business even is.
Jennifer Government
by Max Barry
3.7(13,310)
In a future where corporate identity is literal and assassination is a marketing strategy, a low-level employee's accidental hitman contract ignites a global chase with a government agent to expose the absurdity of unchecked capitalism.