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The Book of Disquiet (Penguin Modern Classics)
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The Book of Disquiet is a modernist masterwork that has now taken on a similar iconic status to Ulysses, The Trial or In Search of Lost Time.
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What Stands Out
Literary Masterpiece
Explore the profound reflections of Fernando Pessoa, offering an introspective journey through existential thoughts that resonate with readers seeking depth in literature.
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Enjoy the convenience of the Kindle edition, allowing readers to immerse themselves in Pessoa's work anytime and anywhere, enhancing literary accessibility.
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Part of the esteemed Penguin Modern Classics series, this edition ensures quality and authenticity, making it a must-have for collectors and literature enthusiasts.
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- Fernando Pessoa's The Book of Disquiet is a modernist masterwork that has now taken on a similar iconic status to Ulysses, The Trial or In Search of Lost Time. This complete and unabridged edition – published in Penguin Modern Classics - is edited and translated with an introduction by Richard Zenith'The best English-language version we are likely to see for a long time, if ever' - The Guardian *Winner of the Calouste Gulbenkian Translation Prize for Portuguese Translation*'Fernando Pessoa, strictly speaking, doesn't exist,' - so claimed Alvaro de Campos, one of the 'heteronyms', fully-realised substitute personalities invented by Fernando Pessoa to spare himself the trouble of living real life. In this extraordinary book, the putative 'factless autobiography' of an accountant named Bernardo Soares, Fernando Pessoa explores and dismantles the nature of memory, identity, time and narrative, creating one of the greatest - but also the strangest - modernist texts. An assembly of sometimes-linked fragments, The Book of Disquiet is a mesmerising, haunting 'novel' without parallel in any other culture.This edition includes notes on the reconstruction of the text, appendices containing material omitted from the final version and letters which Pessoa intended to incorporate into the text. This edition also includes a table of the 'heteronyms' used by Pessoa in his writing.Fernando Pessoa (1888– 1935) was born in Lisbon but went to live in Durban, South Africa, at the age of seven. He returned to Lisbon in 1905. A prolific writer who ascribed much of his work to a variety of personas, or heteronyms, Pessoa published relatively little of his vast output and supported himself by writing letters in English for import– export firms. Although acknowledged as an intellectual and a poet, his literary genius went largely unrecognized until after his death.Richard Zenith lives in Lisbon, where he works as a freelance writer, researcher and translator. He has edited and translated many works by Fernando Pessoa, including A Little Larger Than the Entire Universe – Selected Poems. His Pessoa: An Experimental Life was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize in Biography.
| Publisher | Penguin |
| Publication date | May 30, 2002 |
| Edition | New e. |
| Language | English |
| File size | 4.5 MB |
| Screen Reader | Supported |
| Enhanced typesetting | Enabled |
| X-Ray | Not Enabled |
| Word Wise | Enabled |
| Print length | 630 pages |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0141914046 |
| Page Flip | Enabled |
| Item Weight | 0.5 lbs (230 grams) |
Who Should Buy?
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Philosophy Enthusiasts
Readers intrigued by existential thought and philosophical explorations will find profound ideas within its pages.
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Literary Scholars
Those studying modern literature or Portuguese authors will appreciate its contribution to 20th-century literary movements.
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Reflective Readers
Individuals who enjoy introspection and deep reflection will resonate with the book's meditative and contemplative style.
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Action Seekers
Readers looking for fast-paced plots and action will find the book's reflective nature unsatisfying.
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Is this edition complete and unabridged?
Answer: Yes, this edition is complete and unabridged, offering the full text of the work. -
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Who is Richard Zenith?
Answer: Richard Zenith is a respected scholar and translator of Fernando Pessoa's work, providing insightful context in this edition. -
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What themes does The Book of Disquiet explore?
Answer: The book delves into themes such as memory, identity, time, and the nature of narrative.
Classics Editorial Review
The "Book of Disquiet" by Fernando Pessoa, presented in Penguin Modern Classics, is hailed by readers as a transformative work, characterized by its lyrical Prose and deep introspection. Reviews Consistently praise Pessoa's ability to explore existential themes with a raw honesty that resonates with readers, often describing him as ahead of his time. His fragmented writing style—Consisting of 481 contemplative pieces—serves as a potent examination of life's absurdity, offering profound insights into the human experience. Readers are struck by the beauty of Pessoa's reflections on solitude, the mundane details of his life as a bookkeeper in Lisbon, and the philosophical underpinnings that thread through his musings. Engaging comparisons are made between Pessoa and major literary figures such as Kafka, Nietzsche, and Sartre, underscoring the significant impact of his work on existential thought. The translation by Richard Zenith is also complimented for its clarity and ability to convey the nuances of Pessoa’s writing, making it accessible to contemporary readers. Despite the overwhelming praise, some critiques emerge regarding Pessoa's unconventional observations, particularly about subjects like sexuality. Nevertheless, the author’s ability to provoke thought and evoke empathy through his "semi-fiction" fragments is celebrated. Many readers find themselves wholly absorbed in the text, often highlighting the emotional weight of Pessoa’s outlook on life and the urge to revisit his insights. Overall, "Book of Disquiet" stands as an essential literary achievement, pushing boundaries of traditional narrative and offering an emotional and philosophical journey that many describe as life-changing. **
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- A complete and unabridged edition of Fernando Pessoa's iconic work.
- Elevated to the status of classics like Ulysses and In Search of Lost Time.
- Edited and translated by renowned scholar Richard Zenith.
- Explores profound themes of memory, identity, and narrative.
- Features additional notes, appendices, and letters by Pessoa.
- A must-read for anyone interested in modernist literature.
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