The Sickness
The Sickness
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Caracas, Venezuela • 2000s
2012
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Sickness by Alberto Barrera Tyszka explores the lives of individuals affected by illness. A doctor struggles with his father’s terminal diagnosis, while a patient obsessed with his health faces mental challenges. The narrative delves into themes of vulnerability, human connection, and the emotional complexities surrounding health and mortality.
Melancholic
Contemplative
Emotional
Dark
Mysterious
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Sickness by Alberto Barrera Tyszka is praised for its insightful examination of human frailty amidst illness, capturing emotional depth with poetic prose. While the narrative poignantly explores themes of mortality and empathy, some readers find its pacing sluggish. The novel's philosophical reflections may overshadow plot development for those seeking a fast-paced story.
Who Should Read The Sickness?
A reader who would enjoy The Sickness by Alberto Barrera Tyszka is likely someone interested in introspective narratives exploring themes of illness, mortality, and family dynamics. Fans of existential and emotionally complex works like The Death of Ivan Ilyich by Leo Tolstoy or The Remains of the Day by Kazuo Ishiguro may find it compelling.
759 ratings
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Mixed feelings
Not a fan
188
Novel • Fiction
Caracas, Venezuela • 2000s
2012
Adult
18+ years
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