by Jostein Gaarder · DEBOLSILLO · tapa blanda · ISBN 9788466332736
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In 'The Solitaire Mystery', Jostein Gaarder introduces us to Hans Thomas, a young Norwegian who travels to Athens in search of his mother. During his journey, a baker gives him a tiny book that immerses him in a world of imagination and reflection. Through the story of Frode, a shipwrecked sailor, Hans Thomas questions destiny and the ability of individuals to shape their own path. This novel invites young people and adults to reflect on the great questions of existence, exploring themes such as identity, the meaning of life, and freedom.
Jostein Gaarder is a Norwegian intellectual and author of several novels, short stories, and children's books. Gaarder often writes from the perspective of children, exploring their sense of wonder about the world. He often utilizes metafiction in his works and constructs stories within stories. His best known work is the novel Sophie's World (1991). It has been translated into 60 languages; there are over 40 million copies in print.
