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Seeing

Questions About Seeing

by José Saramago

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should i read blindness first?
Mark I would recommend reading blindness first. Saramago creates some beautiful symbolism in Blindness that is referenced in the second half of Seeing, and…moreI would recommend reading blindness first. Saramago creates some beautiful symbolism in Blindness that is referenced in the second half of Seeing, and it means so much more if you have that background. However, both books can be read and enjoyed on their own.(less)
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As having learned that Jose Saramago adopted socialist philosophy, I guess 'Seeing', by using some symbols, criticizes some sorts of governance (liberalism, capitalism, or else). Can any of the commenters provide me a broader aspect of these codes or any link leading to a satisfying explanation?
Igor Oliveira
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this book is which country about?
Igor Oliveira The book's not set in a specific country. Words like ''in the country'' ''the motherland'' ''the capital'' are used. The point is to show that what ha…moreThe book's not set in a specific country. Words like ''in the country'' ''the motherland'' ''the capital'' are used. The point is to show that what happens in the book can occur anywhere in the world. (less)
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