Death with Interruptions

Style and Technique

In «Death with Interruptions», José Saramago employs a unique style characteristic of his work. The author uses long, complex sentences and minimal punctuation, creating the effect of a continuous stream of thought. This allows the reader to delve deeper into the narrative and feel its rhythm. Saramago often uses irony and satire to highlight the absurdity of the situations faced by the characters. The book features allegory, with death portrayed as a character, allowing the author to explore philosophical and social themes. The narrative structure is nonlinear, with numerous digressions and reflections, contributing to a multilayered storytelling. Dialogues in the book are often integrated into the text without traditional formatting, requiring the reader's attentiveness and active participation in the reading process.