That Strange Colleague, My Father: A Memoir of Love, Loss, and Literature

By Moacyr Scliar

In this poignant and deeply moving memoir, Moacyr Scliar recounts his complex and often strained relationship with his father, Henrique Scliar, a renowned Brazilian writer and physician. Through a series of interwoven narratives, Scliar paints a vivid portrait of his father's life and work, while also exploring the profound impact their relationship had on his own development as a writer and a person.

A Journey of Discovery

Scliar begins his story by describing his early childhood memories of his father, a distant and enigmatic figure who seemed more interested in his books and patients than in his own family. As Scliar grows older, he becomes increasingly aware of the tensions and conflicts that underlie his relationship with his father. Henrique Scliar is a brilliant and successful writer, but he is also a demanding and often difficult man. He expects perfection from his son, and he is quick to criticize and belittle him when he falls short.

Despite the challenges, Scliar also comes to appreciate his father's deep love for literature and his commitment to social justice. Henrique Scliar is a vocal critic of the Brazilian dictatorship, and he uses his writing to promote democracy and human rights. Scliar is inspired by his father's example, and he becomes a writer himself, using his work to explore the complex social and political issues of his time.

A Father and Son

At the heart of That Strange Colleague, My Father is the complex and evolving relationship between Scliar and his father. Scliar struggles to reconcile his love and admiration for his father with the pain and resentment he feels as a result of their difficult relationship. Through a series of poignant and often humorous anecdotes, Scliar explores the universal themes of love, loss, and the search for identity.

A Celebration of Literature

That Strange Colleague, My Father is also a celebration of literature and the power of storytelling. Scliar writes with a deep love and understanding of literature, and he weaves together his own story with the stories of his father and other writers who have inspired him. The result is a rich and rewarding memoir that is both deeply personal and universally resonant.

A Must-Read for Fans of Literature and Memoir

That Strange Colleague, My Father is a beautifully written and deeply moving memoir that will appeal to readers of all ages. Scliar's honest and insightful exploration of his relationship with his father is both heartbreaking and heartwarming, and his passion for literature is infectious. This is a book that will stay with you long after you finish it.

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