The Dwarf by Par Lagerkvist
"The Dwarf" is a dark, philosophical novel set in the Italian Renaissance, narrated by a malevolent court dwarf who serves a prince. The dwarf is a symbol for the darker side of humanity, embodying all the malice, deceit, and manipulation that one can possess. His actions and viewpoint provide a cynical commentary on human nature and the moral complexities of power, war, and love. The novel explores themes of good and evil, faith and doubt, and the destructive side of human nature.
The 1059th greatest book of all time
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This book is on the following lists:
- 61st on 100 Best Novels, in Translation, Since 1900 (CounterPunch)
- 87th on The 100 Best Novels of the 20th Century (Folha de São Paulo)
- Världsbiblioteket (The World Library) (Tidningen Boken)