The Buried Giant

Interesting Facts

• The story is set in Britain after King Arthur's death, during a period when myths and reality intertwine.
• One of the central themes of the book is memory and its impact on personal and collective relationships.
• The book explores issues of oblivion and forgiveness, showing how forgetting can be both a blessing and a curse.
• The work includes fantasy elements such as dragons and mythical creatures, which is unusual for Ishiguro, known for his more realistic works.
• The main characters, an elderly couple Axl and Beatrice, embark on a journey to find their long-lost son, which becomes a metaphor for the search for lost memories.
• The book raises philosophical questions about the nature of love and memory, exploring how they are interconnected.
• Ishiguro uses elements of Arthurian legend to create a unique atmosphere and context for his reflections on human nature.