How It Is

Book Review

Samuel Beckett's «How It Is» (originally «Comment c'est») is one of the author's most complex and experimental works. Written in 1961, it is a stream of consciousness narrative lacking traditional storytelling structure. Critics note that Beckett explores themes of isolation, the meaninglessness of existence, and internal struggle in this work. The book's style is characterized by fragmentation and repetition, creating a sense of chaos and disorientation. Some critics believe that «How It Is» continues the modernist traditions initiated by James Joyce and is an important contribution to the development of 20th-century literature. However, due to its complexity and unusual form, the book may be difficult to grasp, making it more appealing to researchers and fans of experimental literature than to a broader audience.