The Shipyard by Juan Carlos Onetti

"The Shipyard" is a novel set in a decaying Uruguayan port town, where the protagonist, a middle-aged man recently released from jail and suffering from tuberculosis, decides to take on the impossible task of reviving a defunct shipyard. The book explores themes of existentialism, disillusionment, and the struggle for meaning in a seemingly absurd world. Despite the bleak surroundings and circumstances, the protagonist remains hopeful and committed to his ambitions, providing a poignant commentary on the human spirit's resilience.

The 814th greatest book of all time


Published
1961
Nationality
Uruguayan
Type
Fiction
Pages
100-200
Words
Unknown
Original Language
Spanish
Alternate Titles
None

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