Then, watching television one night, he stumbles upon a lost film by silent comedian Hector Mann, and remembers how to laugh . Zimmer cannot decide - until a strange woman appears on his doorstep and makes the decision for him, changing his life forever. A nearly flawless work .Publisher: Faber & FaberAuthor(s): Paul AusterNumber of pages: 336Publication date: 2011Dimensions: 156 x 197 x 22Cover type: Paperback / softback