José Eduardo Agualusa
José Eduardo Agualusa is an Angolan novelist and journalist. Born on December 13, 1960, in Huambo, Angola, he is known for his literary works that often deal with themes of Angolan history and culture. Agualusa writes predominantly in Portuguese and has received international acclaim, including the Independent Foreign Fiction Prize in 2007 for his novel 'The Book of Chameleons.' His works have been translated into many languages, contributing to the global appreciation of Lusophone literature.
Books
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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 9800th Greatest Book of All Time
