Raised from the Ground

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In this intensely intimate narrative, José Saramago delves into the fluctuating fortunes of...
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In this intensely intimate narrative, José Saramago delves into the fluctuating fortunes of the Mau-Tempo clan - a family of impoverished, landless agricultural workers reminiscent of the author's own grandparents. With meticulous attention to detail, Saramago chronicles their lives in the sun-baked region of Alentejo, southern Portugal.

As the family toils on the land, the wider world churns with momentous events: Portugal's transition to a republic, the global upheavals of two World Wars, and a daring assassination attempt on the authoritarian Salazar. Yet, these grand historical occurrences barely ripple the surface of the Mau-Tempos' existence - until the first whispers of communism begin to stir the countryside.

'Raised from the Ground' is a masterful tapestry of personal struggle and societal change, woven with Saramago's characteristic insight and compassion. It offers a compelling glimpse into a world on the cusp of transformation, where the seeds of revolution are sown in the most humble of soils.

Product Information:

Book ISBN: 9781784871819
Book Author: Jose Saramago
Book Format: Paperback / softback
Book Imprint: Vintage Classics
Book Publisher: Vintage Publishing
Book Dimensions: 159 x 145 x 25 cm
Book Publication Date: 2018-01-03
Book Pagination: 400 pages
Book Weight: 274g

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