The Passion According to G.H. by Clarice Lispector
"The Passion According to G.H." is a philosophical novel that delves into the existential crisis of a wealthy Brazilian woman who, after killing a cockroach in her maid's room, experiences a profound metaphysical crisis. The narrative unfolds as a stream of consciousness that explores themes of identity, existence, and the nature of reality. The protagonist's journey forces her to confront her own humanity, the concept of nothingness, and the chaotic, interconnected nature of life. It's a profound and introspective exploration of the human condition and the meaning of existence.
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- Published
- 1964
- Nationality
- Brazilian
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 150-200
- Original Language
- Portuguese
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- Alternate Titles
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- A Paixão Segundo G.H
- A Paixão Segundo G.H.
- La Pasión según G.H.
- La Passione Secondo G.H.
- La pasión según G. H.
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- 50th on 100 Best Novels, in Translation, Since 1900 (CounterPunch)
- 2240th on Our Users' Honorable Mention Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die (The Book)
- 200 Books That Shaped 200 Years of Literature (The Center for Fiction)
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- The 100 Best Novels Of All Time (Runners-Up) (The Guardian)
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