Event Language: Hosted in English but readers are welcome to read in both the Portuguese original and the English translation.
Here at Good Company, we are passionate about translations, especially of Lusophone authors. That's why we wanted to start this book club, to further our community by exploring the multicultural literary traditions, and the beauty of the Portuguese language.
Book of the month: Blindness by José Saramgo
About the Book:
No food, no water, no government, no obligation, no order.
Discover a chillingly powerful and prescient dystopian vision from one of Europe's greatest writers.
A driver waiting at the traffic lights goes blind. An ophthalmologist tries to diagnose his distinctive white blindness, but is affected before he can read the textbooks. It becomes a contagion, spreading throughout the city. Trying to stem the epidemic, the authorities herd the afflicted into a mental asylum where the wards are terrorised by blind thugs.And when fire destroys the asylum, the inmates burst forth and the last links with a supposedly civilised society are snapped. This is not anarchy, this is blindness.
Get Your Copy: You can purchase the book on our website and choose in-store pickup or home delivery.
What To Expect From Our Book Clubs
Love books and great discussions? Our book club is the perfect place to connect with fellow readers, share thoughts, and explore new perspectives. Whether you’re a lifelong bookworm or just getting back into reading, you’re welcome to join!
Expect a cozy, welcoming atmosphere, good company, and engaging conversations over drinks. Grab your copy of the book and come along to listen and be part of the discussion!
Register Your Free Ticket
The book club is free to attend, but please register your free ticket so we know how many to expect.
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