Distant Star by Roberto Bolaño
"Distant Star" is a chilling novel set in Chile following the 1973 coup that overthrew Salvador Allende. The story focuses on a character who uses his position as a member of the Chilean Air Force to commit heinous acts of violence. His fascination with poetry and aerial acrobatics is interwoven with his terrifying actions, creating a disconcerting contrast. The narrative explores the horrific realities of political upheaval, the fine line between art and brutality, and the long-lasting effects of trauma.
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- Published
- 1996
- Nationality
- Chilean
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 150
- Original Language
- Spanish
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(3.3)
- Alternate Titles
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- Estrella Distante
- Estrella distante
- Udaljena Zvezda
- Udaljena zvezda
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This book is on the following 4 lists:
- 14th on 100 Best Novels Written in Spanish in the Past 25 Years (Semana Magazine)
- 90th on In Which These Are the 100 Greatest Novels (ThisRecording.com)
- 2556th on Our Users' Honorable Mention Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- Fifty French Writers Choose Their Favorite 10 Books - Honourable Mention (On en garde 10 ! Pour la littérature)