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Michel Houellebecq’s “Annihilation” with Joshua Hren and Trevor C. Merrill

Spe Salvi Institute Podcast

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Euthanasia and Care: Literary Reflections

This chapter explores euthanasia and healthcare themes found in a specific novel, examining societal attitudes towards the elderly and the conditions in care facilities. It also discusses the parallels between the narrative's existential themes and broader societal implications, while reflecting on the author's current literary project and the relevance of realism in contemporary literature.

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