Sarrazin, Albertine

El astràgalo

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ISBN 13:
9788432220333
author:
Sarrazin, Albertine
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Editorial Seix Barral
language:
Spanish
Publication Year:
2023
Pages:
154
Dimensions:
14 x 14 centimetres
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£26.03

Description

Bomarzo is a thought-provoking novel by Manuel Mujica Láinez that explores the complexities of power and politics through the life and adventures of its enigmatic protagonist.

Set in a fantastical world, the story delves into the mind of Pier Francesco Orsini, a visionary of the Renaissance who created extraordinary beings with captivating deformities near his castle. This haunting narrative offers a cynical and objective view of those who wield power and the psychology that drives them.

The book has inspired a legendary opera by Alberto Ginastera, cementing its place in literary history. With its unique blend of fantasy and social commentary, Bomarzo is a compelling read for anyone interested in exploring the human condition through fiction.

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