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A new edition of Clarice Lispectors final masterpiece, now with a vivid introduction by Colm Tibn. Narrated by the cosmopolitan Rodrigo S.M., this brief, strange, and haunting tale is the story of Macaba, one of life's unfortunates. Living in the slums of Rio and eking out a poor living as a typist, Macaba loves movies, CocaColas, and her rat of a boyfriend; she would like to be like Marilyn Monroe, but she is ugly, underfed, sickly and unloved. Rodrigo recoils from her wretchedness, and yet he cannot avoid the realization that for all her outward misery, Macaba is inwardly free/She doesn't seem to know how unhappy she should be. Lispector employs her pathetic heroine against her urbane, empty narratoredge of despair to edge of despairand, working them like a pair of scissors, she cuts away the reader's preconceived notions about poverty, identity, love and the art of fiction. In her last book she takes readers close to the true mystery of life and leave us deep in Lispector territory indeed.
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- Q: What is 'The Hour of the Star' about? A: 'The Hour of the Star' tells the story of Macabéa, a young woman living in the slums of Rio de Janeiro. The narrative explores her struggles with poverty, love, and identity, while contrasting her life with that of the cosmopolitan narrator, Rodrigo S.M.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Hour of the Star'? A: The author of 'The Hour of the Star' is Clarice Lispector, a renowned Brazilian writer known for her unique style and profound insights into human psychology.
- Q: What is the genre of this book? A: 'The Hour of the Star' falls under the Contemporary genre, highlighting themes of despair, identity, and the human condition.
- Q: What is the page count of 'The Hour of the Star'? A: 'The Hour of the Star' has a total of 128 pages, making it a relatively short yet impactful read.
- Q: Is 'The Hour of the Star' available in different formats? A: This book is available in paperback format. There may be other formats available, but it's recommended to check with the retailer for options like e-books or audiobooks.
- Q: When was 'The Hour of the Star' published? A: 'The Hour of the Star' was published on November 9, 2011, as a new edition of Clarice Lispector's final work.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'The Hour of the Star'? A: The book explores themes of poverty, identity, love, and the human experience, particularly through the lens of its protagonist's struggles.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'The Hour of the Star' is sold in new condition, ensuring that readers receive a pristine copy.
- Q: Who wrote the introduction for this edition? A: The introduction for this edition of 'The Hour of the Star' is written by Colm Tóibín, adding valuable context and insight into Lispector's work.
- Q: Is there a specific edition of 'The Hour of the Star'? A: Yes, this listing refers to the second edition of 'The Hour of the Star', which includes a new introduction.