Dom Casmurro by Machado de Assis
The novel is a darkly comic, yet tragic exploration of love, betrayal, and jealousy, told through the unreliable narration of the protagonist, a middle-aged man who believes his wife has cheated on him with his best friend. The narrative is filled with ambiguity and uncertainty, forcing readers to question the reality of the events described. The novel is also a profound exploration of the human psyche and the destructive power of obsession.
The 716th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1899
- Nationality
- Brazilian
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 200-500
- Words
- 58,000
- Original Language
- Portuguese
- Alternate Titles
- None
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