Description
A haunting existential masterpiece, this intense psychological novel follows Juan Pablo Castel, a painter consumed by obsession and isolation, as he grapples with the inexplicable act that defines his existence—the murder of María Iribarne, the woman he loved and believed could save him. Through a gripping blend of noir suspense and profound introspection, Sábato explores the darkest recesses of human consciousness, revealing how jealousy, paranoia, and the desperate search for meaning can drive a person toward madness and violence. The narrative unfolds as both a confession and a meditation on the unbearable solitude of modern existence, examining the thin line between love and destruction, sanity and delusion. With technical precision and philosophical depth that rivals the existential giants of his era, Sábato crafts an unforgettable portrait of a tormented soul trapped in the tunnel of his own consciousness, unable to escape the abyss of human alienation and despair.
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paperback
ResumenExpress.com
Published Dec 16, 2016
24 pages
ISBN: 9782806289421
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Details
First Published
1948
Language
spa
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for El Túnel by Ernesto Sábato.