About the book
\"...a passionate indictment of tyranny.\" -- The New Yorker
Twice confiscated by Cuban authorities and rewritten from memory, this is Arenas' most celebrated novel
In this brilliant, apocalyptic vision of Castro's Cuba, we meet a young couple who leave the dreariness of Havana and spend six days at a small seaside retreat, where they hope to recapture the desire and carefree spirit that once united them. In a stunning juxtaposition of narrative voices, the wife recounts the grim reality of her marriage, the demands of motherhood, and her loss of freedom, innocence, and hope; while her husband, a disillusioned poet and disenchanted revolutionary, recalls his political struggles and laments the artistic and homosexual freedom that has been denied him. Rich in hallucination, myth and fantasy, Farewell to the Sea is a fierce and unforgettable work that speaks for the entire human condition.
Editions of Farewell to the Sea
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780670529605
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780140066364
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\"...a passionate indictment of tyranny.\" -- The New Yorker
Twice confiscated by Cuban authorities and rewritten from memory, this is Arenas' most celebrated novel
In this brilliant, apocalyptic vision of Castro's Cuba, we meet a young couple who leave the dreariness of Havana and spend six days at a small seaside retreat, where they hope to recapture the desire and carefree spirit that once united them. In a stunning juxtaposition of narrative voices, the wife recounts the grim reality of her marriage, the demands of motherhood, and her loss of freedom, innocence, and hope; while her husband, a disillusioned poet and disenchanted revolutionary, recalls his political struggles and laments the artistic and homosexual freedom that has been denied him. Rich in hallucination, myth and fantasy, Farewell to the Sea is a fierce and unforgettable work that speaks for the entire human condition.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farewell to the Sea about?
\"...a passionate indictment of tyranny.\" -- The New Yorker
Twice confiscated by Cuban authorities and rewritten from memory, this is Arenas' most celebrated novel
In this brilliant, apocalyptic vision of Castro's Cuba, we meet a young couple who leave the dreariness of Havana and spend six days at a small seaside retreat, where they hope to recapture the desire and carefree spirit that once united them. In a stunning juxtaposition of narrative voices, the wife recounts the grim reality of her marriage, the demands of motherhood, and her loss of freedom, innocence, and hope; while her husband, a disillusioned poet and disenchanted revolutionary, recalls his political struggles and laments the artistic and homosexual freedom that has been denied him. Rich in hallucination, myth and fantasy, Farewell to the Sea is a fierce and unforgettable work that speaks for the entire human condition.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Farewell to the Sea?
Fiction > Fiction: literary and general non-genre
Where can I read a sample of Farewell to the Sea?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780670529605
Is Farewell to the Sea part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Pentagonia
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Farewell to the Sea?
Reinaldo Arenas
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Farewell to the Sea is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780670529605) and paperback(ISBN 9780140066364)
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