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The Stone Raft

José Saramago
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The Stone Raft

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2000

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José Saramago

The Stone Raft

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2000
Book Details
Pages

272

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Iberian Peninsula • Contemporary

Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In José Saramago's novel The Stone Raft, the Iberian Peninsula breaks off from Europe and drifts into the Atlantic Ocean. The story follows five individuals who come together in response to this extraordinary event, exploring themes of solidarity, identity, and human connection as they navigate the unprecedented changes around them.

Reviews & Readership

3.9

9,247 ratings

66%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Stone Raft by José Saramago is an intriguing allegorical novel that captivates with its rich narrative and imaginative premise. Reviews commend its lyrical prose and deep philosophical insights. However, some readers find the pace slow and the lack of traditional dialogue challenging. Overall, it's a thought-provoking and unique read that resonates with fans of literary fiction.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Stone Raft?

Readers who appreciate magical realism, allegory, and philosophical introspection will enjoy José Saramago's The Stone Raft. Fans of Gabriel García Márquez's One Hundred Years of Solitude or Italo Calvino's If on a winter's night a traveler will find Saramago's narrative style engaging and thought-provoking.

3.9

9,247 ratings

66%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

272

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Iberian Peninsula • Contemporary

Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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