José Eduardo Agualusa

José Eduardo Agualusa is an Angolan writer and journalist known for his works that often explore themes of identity, history, and the African experience. He has received several literary awards and his works have been translated into multiple languages.

Books

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  1. 1. A General Theory Of Oblivion

    The novel is a captivating tale of isolation and survival, centered around a woman who bricks herself into her apartment on the eve of Angolan independence. As decades pass, she lives through her fears and fantasies, witnessing the country's turbulent evolution from her unique vantage point. Through her story, the book weaves a rich tapestry of characters and events, blending reality with poetry, and history with personal narrative, to explore themes of memory, history, and the human capacity to adapt and endure amidst the backdrop of a nation's struggle to define itself.

    The 9869th Greatest Book of All Time