The Obscene Madame D by Hilda Hilst
In this enigmatic and provocative narrative, a reclusive widow, known only as Madame D, retreats into the confines of her decaying mansion, where she grapples with the haunting memories of her past and the existential dread of her present. As she navigates through a labyrinth of fragmented thoughts and surreal encounters, the boundaries between reality and madness blur, revealing the depths of her psyche. The story unfolds in a stream-of-consciousness style, exploring themes of isolation, desire, and the human condition, while challenging conventional notions of sanity and morality.
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- Published
- 1982
- Nationality
- Brazilian
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 80-100
- Original Language
- Portuguese
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 28th on 100 best Brazilian books according to Bravo! (Bravo! Magazine)
- Fifty French Writers Choose Their Favorite 10 Books - Honourable Mention (On en garde 10 ! Pour la littérature)