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Contemporary Fiction

The Blind Assassin

eng. The Blind Assassin · 2000
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Main Ideas

  • Multiplicity of realities and their interpenetration
  • Narrative within a narrative as a means to uncover deep themes and characters
  • Exploration of women's roles and identity in society
  • Critique of social and political norms of the early 20th century
  • Questions of guilt, responsibility, and redemption
  • Reflection on history and personal memory through the lens of literary creation
The Blind Assassin
Date of publication: 14 May 2024
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The Blind Assassin
Original titleeng. The Blind Assassin · 2000