A School For Fools by Sasha Sokolov
The novel presents a fragmented and surreal narrative that delves into the mind of a young boy with a learning disability, attending a special school in the Soviet Union. Through a stream-of-consciousness style, the book explores the boy's experiences and perceptions, blending reality with fantasy, and time with memory. The protagonist's inner world is rich with poetic language and vivid imagery, reflecting his struggle to find his place in a society that marginalizes those who are different. The narrative structure defies conventional storytelling, offering a unique and challenging perspective on the nature of sanity, the power of institutions, and the complexity of the human psyche.
The 1999th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1976
- Nationality
- Russian
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 160-200
- Original Language
- Russian
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- 23rd on The Main Works of Russian literature (Polka Academy)
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- The 100 Greatest Novels (Nezavisimaya Gazeta (Russian Newspaper))