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The Unbearable Lightness of Being

by Milan Kundera

The Unbearable Lightness of Being

by Milan Kundera

In the expertly woven narrative of 'The Unbearable Lightness of Being,' Milan Kundera takes us through the complexities of love and fidelity as experienced by two Czech couples during the tumultuous era of Communist Czechoslovakia. Engulfed by the shadows of historical events, the characters navigate personal relationships that are as uncertain and changeable as the times they live in. Tomas, a philandering surgeon, is caught between his deep affection for his wife, Tereza, and his inability to resist extramarital affairs. Meanwhile, Tomas's mistress Sabina leads a life marked by artistic expression and freedom, entangled with Franz, a man of virtue and idealism. Together, their stories form a rich mosaic that explores the philosophical concept of 'weight' and 'lightness' in human existence, translating intimate moments into a broader contemplation of life, love, and consequence.

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  • Literary
  • Fiction
  • Political
  • Romantic
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