What Can I Do When Everything's On Fire? by António Lobo Antunes
Set against the vibrant yet tumultuous backdrop of Lisbon, this novel delves into the fragmented psyche of Paulo, a young man grappling with the chaos of his past and present. Through a stream-of-consciousness narrative, readers are immersed in Paulo's memories and hallucinations, as he navigates the labyrinth of his mind, haunted by the specters of his father's flamboyant life as a drag performer and his mother's struggles with mental illness. The narrative weaves through themes of identity, loss, and the search for meaning amidst the disarray, painting a poignant portrait of a soul in turmoil.
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- Published
- 2001
- Nationality
- Portuguese
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 500-600
- Original Language
- Portuguese
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