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El loco de la plaza Libertad

El loco de la plaza Libertad

Literary Fiction
Pages
120
Published
2016
Language
Spanish

Synopsis

This collection of short stories by Hassan Blasim explores the brutal realities of war and its aftermath through a surreal and often disturbing lens. Set against the backdrop of conflict, the narratives delve into the psychological toll on individuals, blurring the lines between sanity and madness. Blasim's work offers a stark and unflinching look at the human condition in extreme circumstances.

Prose complexity
7/10

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DarkMelancholicGrittyThought-Provoking

Genres

Literary Fiction

Authors

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Hassan Blasim

Known for his powerful short stories and contributions to science fiction, Hassan Blasim is an Iraqi author. He edited Iraq + 100, the first anthology of science fiction from Iraq, and his own collections include The Corpse Exhibition and The Madman of Freedom Square.