Zorba the Greek by Nikos Kazantzakis
In this novel, a young intellectual who is immersed in books and ideas embarks on a journey with a passionate and adventurous older man named Zorba. The two men have contrasting personalities, which leads to a series of philosophical discussions and adventures. The story is set in Crete and explores themes of life, death, friendship, love, and the struggle between the physical and intellectual aspects of existence. Zorba's zest for life and his fearlessness in the face of death inspire the young man to embrace a more physical and spontaneous way of living.
The 330th greatest book of all time
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Total Points: 987
Since this book was first published in 1946, there is a penalty of 0%. The age adjusted score is 987.0.
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