Description
In this groundbreaking novel, the deceased narrator, Brás Cubas, decides to tell his life story from beyond the grave, offering a unique and unvarnished perspective. He recounts his privileged yet ultimately unfulfilled life, marked by half-hearted ambitions and a series of failed romantic entanglements. Through his witty and often cynical observations, Cubas explores themes of disillusionment, the vanity of human pursuits, and the absurdity of existence. Machado de Assis masterfully employs a fragmented narrative and direct address to the reader, creating a deeply philosophical and darkly humorous exploration of life's meaning, or lack thereof.
Available Editions
paperback
Penguin Classics
Published Jun 2, 2020
368 pages
ISBN: 9780143135036
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First Published
1881
Language
por
Translation
From: por
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