Description

José Saramago reimagines the life of Jesus Christ in this profound and provocative novel, stripping away divine dogma to reveal a deeply human story. The narrative unfolds with earthy details, portraying the Son of God not as an ethereal figure, but as a man grappling with his destiny, his relationships, and the immense weight of his divine calling. Saramago's signature lyrical prose and unflinching gaze explore themes of faith, doubt, free will, and the complex relationship between humanity and divinity, offering a powerful and unconventional perspective on one of history's most pivotal figures.

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paperback edition cover

paperback

Vintage

Published Jan 1, 1996

341 pages

ISBN: 9781860460951

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Details

First Published

1991

Language

por

Translation

From: por

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for The Gospel According to Jesus Christ by José Saramago.

Religious Controversy