Hermitix 2666 - Roberto Bolaño (Book Review)
Oct 31, 2023
Roberto Bolaño, the book author, joins the podcast to discuss his renowned novel '2666'. They explore its themes of fate, crimes against women, and the presence of stereotypes. They also compare the themes of violence and redemption in '2666' with Cormac McCarthy's 'Blood Meridian'. The podcast reflects on the disquieting atmosphere and lack of conclusions in the book, questioning why readers are drawn to its disturbing subject matter.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Background and Publication of '2666'
01:55 • 6min
Exploring the Themes and Parts of '2666' by Roberto Bolaño
07:59 • 22min
The Investigation and Questioning
29:53 • 5min
Violence, Redemption, and the Sacred in Blood Meridian and 2666
34:50 • 11min
Exploring the Reader's Role and the Childhood of Hans Reiter
46:16 • 2min
The Experience of Reading '2666'
48:44 • 12min