Rise and Fall of Parkinson's
- 160 pages
- 6 hours of reading
Delving into themes of sanity, truth, and the Soviet psyche, the narrative presents a unique exploration of Demyan Lavrentyevich Parkinson, a patient zero whose journey reflects the complexities of health and illness. Through a diverse collection of testimonies and documents, Svetislav Basara crafts a scathing critique of authoritarianism, blending grotesque absurdism with humor. The novel draws comparisons to the works of Kafka and Auster, offering a multifaceted examination of truth and history within an inhuman society, showcasing Basara's intellectual ambition and literary prowess.

