The Passion According to G.H.
The Passion According to G.H.
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1988
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Rio De Janeiro • 1960s
1988
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In The Passion According to G.H., a woman experiences a profound existential crisis after a disturbing encounter in her maid's room. This introspective journey leads her to confront themes of identity, consciousness, and the human condition, as she grapples with the meaning of life and her place in the world.
Contemplative
Mysterious
Unnerving
Dark
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Passion According to G.H. by Clarice Lispector has garnered praise for its introspective and innovative narrative, offering profound existential insights. Many appreciate its philosophical depth and emotional intensity. However, some readers find its abstract style challenging and dense, requiring patience. Overall, it is hailed as a thought-provoking and daring literary work.
Who Should Read The Passion According to G.H.?
Readers who enjoy introspective, philosophical narratives exploring existential themes would appreciate The Passion According to G.H. Fans of The Stranger by Albert Camus or Nausea by Jean-Paul Sartre may find similar appeal in Lispector’s deep dive into human consciousness.
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Novel • Fiction
Rio De Janeiro • 1960s
1988
Adult
18+ years
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