Ensayo sobre la ceguera

Book • 1996
José Saramago's 'Ensayo sobre la ceguera' is a dystopian novel that depicts the societal breakdown caused by a sudden epidemic of blindness.

The story follows a group of individuals who are quarantined after losing their sight, revealing the fragility of social order and the depths of human depravity.

The novel explores themes of isolation, survival, and the loss of humanity in the face of chaos.

Saramago's unique narrative style, characterized by long, flowing sentences and a lack of quotation marks, creates a sense of immersion and disorientation.

The novel's powerful imagery and thought-provoking themes have made it a critically acclaimed work of literature.

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Mencionado por Diego Villanueva como un ensayo que le encantó, destacando su estilo narrativo particular.
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