Saramago, Jose
Death at Intervals
- ISBN 13:
- 9781784871789
- author:
- Saramago, Jose
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Vintage Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 1.4 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Literary, Fiction & Literature
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Death at Intervals by José Saramago is a thought-provoking novel that explores the consequences of achieving eternal life. On the first day of the New Year, people in an unnamed country suddenly stop dying, leading to widespread celebration and jubilation. However, as time passes, the residents begin to face new challenges, including financial and spiritual crises. As death returns, albeit with a more courteous approach, the characters must adapt to this new reality. The novel raises important questions about the nature of mortality, morality, and human existence. With its unique blend of magical realism and dystopian themes, Death at Intervals is a compelling read for fans of literary fiction. With its concise and powerful prose, Saramago's latest work is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in exploring the complexities of life and death.
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