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The Book of Disquiet with Richard Zenith

On the Road with Penguin Classics

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Walking Through Literary Lisbon

This chapter takes listeners on a walking tour of downtown Lisbon, emphasizing locations tied to 'The Book of Disquiet' and its author, Fernando Pessoa. The speakers highlight architectural beauty, historical significance, and personal anecdotes related to specific streets and landmarks, creating a vivid sense of place. They delve into the life of the character Bernardo Suárez and explore themes of introspection, contrasting his humble life with grand literary aspirations.

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