Description
Jerzy Andrzejewski's "The Gates of Paradise" presents a radical literary experiment, chronicling the 13th-century Children's Crusade. The novel is famously structured as a single, sprawling sentence of over 25,000 words, followed by a stark, four-word conclusion. Through the entangled confessions of young crusaders, Andrzejewski explores themes of faith, disillusionment, and the collective human journey. This groundbreaking work, recognized by Gilles Deleuze and Félix Guattari, challenges conventional narrative forms to immerse the reader in a profound and unforgettable experience.
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Published Jan 1, 1962
157 pages
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First Published
1962
Language
pol
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From: pol
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