Watt

Interesting Facts

• The book was written during World War II, while Beckett was hiding from the Nazis in France.
• «Watt» is one of Beckett's first books written in English before he began writing in French.
• The structure of the book is unusual and includes many repetitions and cycles, reflecting the absurdity and meaninglessness of human existence.
• The novel explores themes of isolation, absurdity, and the search for meaning, which would become characteristic of Beckett's later works.
• The book was published in 1953, but written in the 1940s, and its publication was delayed due to difficulties with publishers.
• «Watt» is considered one of Beckett's most complex and experimental works, making it intriguing for study and analysis.