The Alienist by Machado De Assis
A classic work of literature by "the greatest author ever produced in Latin America." (Susan Sontag)Brilliant physician Sim o Bacamarte sacrifices a prestigious career to return home and dedicate himself to the budding field of psychology. Bacamarte opens the first asylum in Brazil hoping to crown himself and his hometown with "imperishable laurels." But the doctor begins to see signs of insanity in more and more of his neighbors. . . .
With dark humor and sparse prose, The Alienist lets the reader ponder who is really crazy.
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| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781612191072 |
| ISBN 10 | 161219107X |
| Title | The Alienist |
| Author | Machado De Assis |
| Series | Art Of The Novel |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Melville House Publishing |
| Year published | 2012-08-28 |
| Number of pages | 96 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |