Nemesis
eng. Nemesis · 2010
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Brief Overview
The novel «Nemesis» by Philip Roth tells the story of a polio outbreak in Newark during the summer of 1944. The main character, Bucky Cantor, works as a physical education teacher and witnesses the epidemic's devastating impact on the lives of his students and loved ones. Bucky experiences feelings of guilt and helplessness as he tries to protect the children from the disease. The story explores themes of fear, responsibility, and chance in life, as well as the epidemic's effect on society and personal destinies.
Date of publication: 4 February 2025
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Genre: Contemporary Fiction
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