Blindness

Immerse yourself in the hauntingly profound world of 'Blindness,' a gripping dystopian novel by Nobel laureate José Saramago. This powerful narrative begins when a driver suddenly goes blind, leading to an inexplicable epidemic that spreads like wildfire throughout the city. Tension escalates as an ophthalmologist attempts to understand the inexplicable phenomenon but soon becomes a victim himself. The symptoms of 'white blindness' provoke panic, and in a desperate attempt to control the chaos, authorities confine the blind to a mental asylum, where survival becomes a brutal challenge. A chilling exploration of human nature and societal breakdown, 'Blindness' transcends typical dystopian themes, revealing the fragile thread that holds civilization together. As the inmates escape their confinement, the boundaries of morality and humanity are tested in ways that provoke deep reflection. Perfect for readers seeking thought-provoking literature, this B-format paperback is a must-have for your collection. Engage with Saramago's vision and experience the dark depths of 'Blindness' where hope flickers amidst despair. Don’t miss the opportunity to explore this acclaimed work, available with FREE shipping for hassle-free delivery. Seize your chance to delve into this timeless classic today!

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780099573586
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2013
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE UK
Pages: 320


Description:

No food, no water, no government, no obligation, no order.

Discover a chillingly powerful and prescient dystopian vision from one of Europe's greatest writers.

A driver waiting at the traffic lights goes blind. An ophthalmologist tries to diagnose his distinctive white blindness, but is affected before he can read the textbooks.
It becomes a contagion, spreading throughout the city. Trying to stem the epidemic, the authorities herd the afflicted into a mental asylum where the wards are terrorised by blind thugs. And when fire destroys the asylum, the inmates burst forth and the last links with a supposedly civilised society are snapped.

This is not anarchy, this is blindness.

'Saramago repeatedly undertakes to unite the pressing demands of the present with an unfolding vision of the future. This is his most apocalyptic, and most optimistic, version of that project yet' Independent

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