All the Names
All the Names by José Saramago is a thought-provoking novel published by Harvest in 2001. This first edition, written in English and spanning 245 pages, follows the life of Senhor José, a low-grade clerk in the Central Registry, where he manages records of both the living and the dead. His mundane existence takes a turn when he discovers the records of an anonymous young woman, igniting an obsession that leads him on a journey of self-discovery and exploration of deeper themes.
In this narrative, readers will encounter the complexities of loneliness, the impact of chance, and the nuances of love. As Senhor José delves into the mystery surrounding the young woman, he uncovers not only her story but also profound insights about his own life. The novel intricately weaves elements of psychological exploration and literary depth, making it a rich experience for those interested in fiction that examines the human condition.
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Senhor José is a low-grade clerk in the city’s Central Registry, where the living and the dead share the same shelf space. A middle-aged bachelor, he has no interest in anything beyond the certificates of birth, marriage, divorce, and death that are his daily routine. But one day, when he comes across the records of an anonymous young woman, something happens to him. Obsessed, Senhor José sets off to follow the thread that may lead him to the woman-but as he gets closer, he discovers more about her, and about himself, than he would ever have wished.
The loneliness of people’s lives, the effects of chance, the discovery of love-all coalesce in this extraordinary novel that displays the power and art of José Saramago in brilliant form.
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