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Set within the vivid landscape of 16th‑century Rome, the novel follows a unique tennis encounter between Caravaggio and Quevedo. The story weaves these characters into larger historical moments, spanning from Anne Boleyn’s execution to Mexico after the conquest. It blends fiction with visionary and metaphysical elements, offering an imaginative exploration of art, poetry, sport, and historical change.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: Álvaro Enrigue
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