A BURNT- OUT CASE
A Burnt-Out Case by Graham Greene, published by Penguin in 1986, is a thought-provoking exploration of existential crisis and redemption. This edition spans 200 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows Querry, a renowned architect who grapples with a profound sense of indifference towards life and art. Seeking anonymity, he arrives at a leper village in the Congo, where he is metaphorically diagnosed as a “burnt-out case,” reflecting his mental state and disconnection from the world.
As Querry immerses himself in the lives of the lepers, he begins to confront his own inner turmoil, leading to a gradual recovery from his mental affliction. The story delves into themes of identity and the impact of societal perceptions, particularly when Querry’s true identity is revealed to the white community. Readers will find a nuanced portrayal of Querry’s journey, as he navigates the complexities of his existence amidst the backdrop of a leper colony.
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Querry, a world famous architect, is the victim of a terrible attack of indifference. He no longer finds meaning in art of pleasure in life. Arriving anonymously at a Congo leper village, he is diagnosed as the mental equivalent of “a burnt-out case,” a leper who has gone through a stage of mutilation. However, as Querry loses himself in work for the lepers, his disease of mine slowly subsides. Then the white community finds out who Querry really is.
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