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José Saramago
Blindness
In "Blindness," a sudden epidemic of white blindness sweeps through society, leading to a rapid breakdown of order. This series explores human nature under extreme duress, examining themes of morality, survival, and the fragility of civilization when basic senses are lost.
The first book in the series, "Blindness," was adapted into a feature film directed by Fernando Meirelles, released in 2008. It stars Julianne Moore and Mark Ruffalo.
The series consists of two main novels, "Blindness" and "Seeing." It is generally recommended to read "Blindness" first, as "Seeing" continues the narrative and explores the aftermath of the events in the first book.
While the "Blindness" series stands alone with its distinct narrative and characters, it shares thematic concerns with other works by José Saramago, particularly his exploration of societal structures, human nature, and political allegory.