SHADOW OF THE EUNUCH - JAUME CABRÉ

Immerse yourself in the labyrinth of memories and family secrets with the novel "Shadow of the Eunuch" by Jaume Cabré. This moving story takes the reader on a journey through post-war Spain, where the fate of the individual intertwines with the turbulent history of the country. Prepare for an evening full of emotions, reflections and literary highs. Will Miquel Gensana, the protagonist, be able to settle accounts with the past and find the meaning of life?

• Engaging plot: A story full of twists and turns that will not let you put it down.
• Rich historical background: An insightful picture of post-war Spain and its impact on the fate of the characters.
• Deep psychological analysis: A portrait of a man struggling with trauma, mistakes and unfulfilled dreams.
• Sophisticated literary style: The artful pen of Jaume Cabré, which delights with precision and sensitivity.
• Universal message: A story about memory, settlement and the search for the meaning of life that touches every reader.

Jaume Cabré, considered the most outstanding Catalan writer, takes us on a journey to Barcelona in 1947. His work, which includes novels, short story collections, essays and screenplays, has gained recognition from both readers and critics around the world. "Shadow of the Eunuch" is another facet of the talent of this extraordinary author, who portrays human emotions and dramas with extraordinary precision.

This novel is not only a story about the personal dramas of Miquel Gensana, but also an attempt to settle accounts with the two-hundred-year history of his family. The restaurant where the memorial dinner takes place becomes the arena for a confrontation with the past, and memories of the lost family home trigger an avalanche of emotions. Cabré masterfully combines personal and historical threads, creating a multi-layered and moving story.

Music, present in many of Cabré's novels, also plays an important role in "Shadow of the Eunuch". The sounds become a remedy for trauma and a way to express emotions that are difficult to put into words. Cabré uses music with extraordinary sensitivity as an element that creates the mood and deepens the message of the novel.

The Marginesy publishing house gives readers another literary gem that will surely be remembered for a long time. "Shadow of the Eunuch" is a novel that makes you think, moves you and inspires you. It is a must-read for all lovers of good literature.