Premium Episode 69 - Bolaño’s the Third Reich, or, What War Games Do to a mf, feat. Dani and Rodolfo
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Exploring 'The Third Reich' by Bolaño
A detailed analysis of Bolaño's novel 'The Third Reich' focusing on the character Udo Burger, a war gamer, and his vacation in Spain. The chapter compares the translation quality of Bolaño's works by Chris Andrews and Natasha Wimmer, emphasizing Wimmer's translations. The discussion delves into the protagonist's psyche, the historical subtext, and the complexities of relationships within the narrative.
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