Description
In this unsettling novel, a young Frenchman arrives at a remote penal colony in French Guiana, only to discover the governor has abandoned his post to isolate himself with the prisoners. Drawn into the governor's disturbing world, he uncovers a horrifying reality beneath the surface of the island's brutal regime. Narrated through fragmented letters, the story masterfully explores themes of conscience, power, and the dark side of human nature. This tale offers a chilling, enigmatic puzzle that questions the very nature of justice and complicity.
Available Editions
paperback
Dutton Adult
Published Jan 1, 1975
136 pages
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Details
First Published
1945
Language
spa
Translation
From: spa
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for A Plan for Escape by Adolfo Bioy Casares.