Memento Mori by Muriel Spark

"Memento Mori" is a darkly humorous novel that explores the lives of a group of elderly friends who are each reminded of their mortality through mysterious phone calls where the caller simply states, "Remember you must die." As the characters confront their pasts and face their dwindling futures, the story delves into themes of aging, memory, and the inevitability of death, revealing the complexities of human relationships and the secrets that bind them together. The novel combines wit with a penetrating insight into the human condition, making it a poignant reflection on life and the universal journey towards death.

The 8733rd greatest book of all time


Published
1959
Nationality
Unknown
Type
Fiction
Pages
224
Words
Unknown
Original Language
English

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