Livro do Desassossego (Portuguese Edition)
by Fernando Pessoa, Bernardo Soares
In The Book of Disquiet, Fernando Pessoa's alter ego Bernardo Soares records a series of disjointed reflections on life, work, and the soul's quiet discontent. Set against the backdrop of Lisbon's mundane routines, these fragments reveal a profound meditation on existence, blending melancholy with philosophical depth in a uniquely fragmented form.
About This Book
The Book of Disquiet, originally titled Livro do Desassossego, stands as a seminal work in Portuguese literature, compiled from the fragmented writings of Fernando Pessoa.
Through the voice of Bernardo Soares, an assistant bookkeeper, the text delves into themes of existential unease, solitude, and the disconnection between one's inner life and the external world.
Published posthumously, it captures the modernist essence of introspection and the multiplicity of self, reflecting Pessoa's innovative approach to identity and narrative.
This Portuguese edition preserves the original language, offering readers an authentic encounter with one of the 20th century's most enigmatic literary voices.
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