By Night in Chile
By Night in Chile by Roberto Bolano, published by The Harvill Press on February 6, 2003, is a literary work that spans 144 pages. The narrative unfolds during a single night as Fr. Sebastián Urrutia Lacroix, a Chilean priest and literary critic, confronts pivotal moments from his life while grappling with the belief that he is dying. In a feverish state, he encounters a blend of real and imagined figures, creating a surreal atmosphere that reflects the complexities of his experiences.
Readers will find that the book delves into themes of literature, history, and the interplay of reality and imagination. As Fr. Lacroix interacts with notable personalities such as Pablo Neruda and General Pinochet, the story captures the essence of a tumultuous political landscape in Chile. This edition invites exploration of the intricate connections between personal and historical narratives, offering insights into the lives of those who shaped the cultural and political fabric of the time.
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During the course of a single night, Fr Sebasti-n Urrutia Lacroix, a Chilean priest, who is a member of Opus Dei, a literary critic and a mediocre poet, relives some of the crucial events of his life. He believes he is dying and in his feverish delirium various characters, both real and imaginary, appear to him as icy monsters, as if in sequences from a horror film. Thus we are given glimpses of the great poet Pablo Neruda, the German writer Ernst J-nger, General Pinochet, whom Fr Lacroix instructs in Marxist doctrine, as well as various members of the Chilean intelligentsia whose lives, during a period of political turbulence, have touched upon his.
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