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Classical literature

Murphy

1 min read·eng. Murphy · 1938

Brief Overview

The novel «Murphy» by Samuel Beckett tells the story of an Irishman named Murphy, who seeks to escape reality and find peace in idleness. He moves to London, where he takes a job at a psychiatric hospital. Murphy explores the boundaries of sanity and madness, trying to find meaning in life. Ultimately, his quest leads to a tragic end. The novel is filled with philosophical reflections and dark humor, characteristic of Beckett's style.

Murphy
Date of publication: 27 August 2024
Updated: 13 November 2026
———Original title: eng. Murphy · 1938
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