Sudden Death by Alvaro Enrigue
"Sudden Death" is a historical fiction novel that revolves around a fictional tennis match between the Italian painter, Caravaggio, and the Spanish poet, Francisco de Quevedo. The narrative jumps through time and space, touching on the conquest of the Americas, the political machinations of the Vatican, and the personal lives and rivalries of historical figures. The book uses this surreal and humorous setup to explore themes of art, power, and the chaotic, violent nature of the world.
The 9247th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2013
- Nationality
- Mexican
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 272
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- Spanish
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This book is on the following lists:
- 39th on The 40 Best Novels of the 2010s (Paste Magazine)