Moravagine by Blaise Cendrars
The novel follows the adventures of an eccentric, violent, and mentally unstable protagonist who is released from an asylum by his psychiatrist. The pair embark on a chaotic journey across Europe and America, encountering a variety of strange and often dangerous situations. The narrative explores themes of insanity, violence, and the human condition, offering a dark and surreal critique of modern society.
The 2044th greatest book of all time
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This book is on the following lists:
- 57th on In Which These Are the 100 Greatest Novels (ThisRecording.com)
- 80th on Le Monde's 100 Books of the Century (Le Monde)