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Malone Dies

eng. Malone Dies · 1951
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Interesting Facts

  • The book is the second part of a trilogy, which also includes «Molloy» and «The Unnamable».
  • The main character, Malone, narrates from his bed, awaiting death, creating an atmosphere of deep introspection and philosophical reflection.
  • Malone tells stories about fictional characters, allowing him to distract himself from his own situation and ponder the nature of existence.
  • The work explores themes of life's absurdity, loneliness, and the inevitability of death, typical of existentialist literature.
  • The writing style is fragmented and nonlinear, emphasizing the chaotic nature of the protagonist's thoughts.
Malone Dies
Date of publication: 27 August 2024
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Malone Dies
Original titleeng. Malone Dies · 1951