Dark Back Of Time by Javier Marias
"Dark Back of Time" is a reflective and metafictional narrative that blurs the lines between reality and fiction, weaving together personal anecdotes, literary criticism, and philosophical musings. The book explores the author's experiences following the publication of a previous novel, which unexpectedly affects the lives of individuals who see themselves reflected in its characters. As the author delves into the consequences of his writing, he examines the elusive nature of memory, the complex interplay between art and life, and the inevitable distortions that arise when reality is transmuted into literature. The work is a profound meditation on the power of storytelling and the enigmatic passage of time that alters perception and understanding.
The 9005th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1998
- Nationality
- Spanish
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 336
- Original Language
- Spanish
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(4.0)
- Alternate Titles
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- Dark Back of Time
- Negra Espalda Del Tiempo
- Nera schiena del tempo
- Schwarzer Rücken der Zeit
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