Diary Of The War Of The Pig by Adolfo Bioy Casares
Set in a dystopian Buenos Aires, the narrative unfolds through the eyes of Isidoro Vidal, an elderly man who finds himself caught in a chilling societal upheaval where the young have declared war on the old. As the city descends into chaos, with the elderly being hunted and persecuted, Isidoro and his friends struggle to survive in a world that has turned against them. The story explores themes of ageism, fear, and the fragility of human dignity, painting a haunting picture of a society where the value of life is measured by youth and vitality.
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- Published
- 1969
- Nationality
- Argentinian
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 150-200
- Original Language
- Spanish
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