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The New Yorker: Fiction
Sterling HolyWhiteMountain Reads Roberto Bolaño
Feb 1, 2024
Sterling HolyWhiteMountain, Jones Lecturer at Stanford, reads and discusses Roberto Bolaño's 'Labyrinth.' The hosts explore Bolano's power in restoring faith in fiction writing. They delve into the intricacies of 'Labyrinth,' the interconnected lives of characters, and the photograph that inspired the story. The conversation also touches on the erotic nature of the narrative and the author's recursive structure.
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- The story intertwines real details with fictional elements, blurring the line between imagination and reality.
- The labyrinthine structure and unresolved tensions contribute to a haunting and unsettling reading experience.
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The Intrigue of the Photograph
The story opens with a detailed description of a photograph, featuring a group of French writers and intellectuals in a cafe in Paris. The author becomes fascinated by the photograph, delving into the imagined lives and relationships of the individuals depicted. The story intertwines real details with fictional elements, blurring the line between imagination and reality.
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