Saramago retells the life of Jesus from the Gospels in his own way. Joseph is haunted by guilt over the slaughter of the innocents, which he could have prevented, and dies on a Roman cross. Jesus grows up, leaves home, spends time with Mary Magdalene, and herds sheep for a shepherd who is the Devil. When he meets God, he learns the cost of the role being given to him and that his death will serve a broader divine plan.
Readers who enjoy provocative reimaginings of sacred stories will find it sharp and unorthodox, written in Saramago's long unpunctuated sentences. It is not for those who want a devotional reading, but it is thoughtful on power, faith and sacrifice.
Deep, contemplative, open-ended and thought-provoking; a moderate read.
Best for readers like The Deep Diver. Which reader are you?
- Published
- 2006
- Publisher
- Punto de Lectura S.L.
- ISBN
- 9788466318457
- Language
- ES
