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| Format | Paperback, E-book |
|---|---|
| Author | Δημήτρης Κοντορούσης |
| Language | Greek |
| Pages | 158 |
| ISBN | 978-618-84188-4-4 |
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Young D. lives in a world where darkness brings him joy and night is filled with possibilities. One evening, he discovers a hidden red cord beneath his crib marked ‘DO NOT OPEN’—naturally, he cannot resist the temptation. Pulling the cord releases the ‘zark,’ a mysterious creature that claims to be the darkness lurking within him. The zark promises to show him life in its entirety, to teach him about time that flows only forward and the meaning of the present moment. Inside a cave that opens beneath his crib, D. embarks on a journey that will lead him to truths about himself he never imagined.
Imagine a three-year-old discovering that darkness is not something to fear, but the source of his most authentic power. Dimitris Kontoroúsis has created a work that challenges and unsettles in the best possible way. This is not merely a novel—it is a philosophical exploration of the human soul through the eyes of a child who sees the world without adult filters. His writing combines the innocence of a child’s gaze with profound reflections on the nature of time, memory, and identity. It is a book that will make you question the shadows you harbor within yourself and see them with fresh eyes.
This book speaks to readers who love literature that challenges and disrupts our certainties. Ideal for those who enjoy works by Márquez or Borges, as well as lovers of contemporary Greek prose seeking fresh voices. If you are captivated by journeys into the depths of the soul and stories that speak of childhood with gravity and respect, you will find a treasure here. It is also perfect for those interested in the philosophy of time and memory, presented through the most human and moving perspective.
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