Set against the stark backdrop of 1930s Brazil, "Anguish" by Graciliano Ramos delves deeply into the psychological landscape of its protagonist, exploring themes of alienation, social class, and existential despair. The novel is renowned for its introspective style and unflinching portrayal of inner turmoil, offering readers an intense journey through the mind of a man grappling with his sense of self and place in the world. Ramos crafts a narrative that is both personal and universal, blending social commentary with intimate confession to examine the forces that shape—and sometimes distort—human consciousness.

• Intimate psychological exploration...
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