Veronika Decides to Die by Paulo Coelho
A Novel of Redemption
The novel centers around Veronika, a young woman from Slovenia who, disillusioned by her life and the world, decides to commit suicide. Surviving her attempt, she wakes up in a mental institution where she learns that her failed attempt has left her with only a few days to live. During her stay, she meets a variety of characters, each with their own mental issues, who help her to see her life in a new perspective. The story explores themes of madness, individuality, and the value of life, challenging societal norms and questioning the meaning of sanity.
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- Published
- 1998
- Nationality
- Brazilian
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-300
- Original Language
- Portuguese
- Avg User Rating
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(3.4)
- Alternate Titles
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- Veronika Besluit te Sterven
- Veronika Decide Morir
- Veronika Decide Morrer
- Veronika Decideix Morir
- Veronika Decides to Die: A Novel of Forgiveness
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