José Eduardo Agualusa, The Society of Reluctant Dreamers
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The Book of Chameleons by Jose Eduardo Agualusa is a tale that intertwines reality with fiction, and the past with the present. The title of the novel is quite deceiving, as it barely mentions chameleons, but the closest we get is a gecko narrator living in Angola. The novel is a profound exploration of memory, […]
Hi everyone, this week I read “The Book of Chameleons”. I really enjoyed this book, it might be my favourite so far. I liked how the book consisted of very short chapters and the lighthearted beginning leading to a darker twist towards the end. As a ki…
Hi everyone, this week I read “The Book of Chameleons”. I really enjoyed this book, it might be my favourite so far. I liked how the book consisted of very short chapters and the lighthearted beginning leading to a darker twist towards the end. As a ki…
I would have never guessed that this week I’d end up reading a book that’s narrated by a gecko. But I will say it didn’t disappoint. The Book of Chameleons engaged me within the first pages. The descriptions and imagery were intricate and beautiful. I think I would love to live in Félix’s house from […]
I didn’t really read much into the meaning of this book. However, I did like the magical realism of the book’s setting. The main characters are a reincarnated chameleon (which, when I first started reading, Agualusa didn’t intentionally reveal the identity of the narrator until it brought it up on its own, which made me […]
Hey everyone! I just finished reading “The Hour of the Star” by Clarice Lispector which was a great read that explored many different themes we have discussed previously in class. The story revolves around Macabea, a young woman from northeastern Brazil, whose life is explained through the eyes of the narrator, Rodrigo S.M. This format […]
Hey everyone! I just finished reading “The Time of the Doves” by Merce Rodoreda and it was a ROLLERCOASTER. It is honestly very thought-provoking and I’m excited to discuss it this week! The book surrounds Natalia’s journey which really made me have a lot of empathy for her. She works so hard to make ends […]
I won’t lie, I wasn’t particularly excited about this book, but I surprisingly enjoyed it. It’s definitely original, fun with a dash of philosophical thoughts. The Book of Chameleons takes us on a journey of identity, memory, and truth, blurring the lines between reality and fiction. Past = Identity? “My soul hurts with too much […]
