Watt
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Summary
«Watt» is a novel by Samuel Beckett that narrates the strange and absurd adventures of the main character named Watt. The story unfolds in an undefined time and space, where Watt enters the service of Mr. Knott. The novel explores themes of absurdity, existential emptiness, and human nature through the lens of unusual and often ridiculous situations that Watt encounters. The structure of the work is fragmented and nonlinear, emphasizing the chaos and meaninglessness of the events. Beckett employs wordplay and philosophical musings to create an atmosphere of alienation and absurdity, characteristic of his work.
Date of publication: 2 February 2025
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Genre: Classical literature