The Real Life of Sebastian Knight by Vladimir Nabokov
"The Real Life of Sebastian Knight" is a novel centered around the protagonist's quest to understand and write a biography about his deceased half-brother, a famous author. However, as he delves deeper into his brother's life, he encounters numerous obstacles and confusions, including misleading information, false leads, and the challenge of distinguishing between the man and his literary persona. Ultimately, the protagonist's journey becomes a profound exploration of identity, truth, and the blurred line between fiction and reality.
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- Published
- 1941
- Nationality
- Russian
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-300
- Original Language
- English
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(3.6)
- Alternate Titles
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- Das Wahre Leben Des Sebastian Knight
- Het Werkelijke Leven Van Sebastian Knight
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This book is on the following 3 lists:
- 2nd on Best Foreign Work of Fiction Chosen by Francophone Writers (French literary magazine Transfuge)
- 1629th on Our Users' Honorable Mention Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- The 100 Best Novels Of All Time (Runners-Up) (The Guardian)