The Man Who Never Contemplated Suicide
Transport
yourself to a country beyond the boundaries of civilization, where
civil war rages and armed gangs rule the streets. This is a place of
absolute poverty and despair, where the outermost provincial city lies
in ruins, a desolate and barren city that resembles hell itself.
On
a frosty winter morning, Apollo is forced to leave his home by his
wife, wandering the empty streets of the devastated city, cold and
hungry. Seeking solace in his memories, Apollo recounts a series of
surreal and diverse episodes, including a great love story, scenes of
bizarre funerals, and countless unbelievable stories that could only
have occurred in this forsaken city.
Amidst
the harshness of this day, Apollo experiences two strange encounters
that will change his life forever. The first is a chance meeting with a
dog, also abandoned and alone on the streets, who will ultimately save
Apollo from certain death. Apollo names the dog Angel and they embark on
a journey together.
The
second encounter is even more profound, as Apollo meets Esma, a person
living on the margins of society, excluded from family and community.
Esma’s story of humiliation, life in a totalitarian empire, and years
spent in psychiatric facilities leaves a deep and lasting impression on
Apollo, causing him to question everything he once believed.
This
captivating and haunting tale offers a poignant commentary on the human
condition and the power of hope in the midst of darkness. Written with
exquisite prose and a deep understanding of the human experience, it is a
story that will stay with you long after the final page is turned.
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