The Successor is a 2003 novel by Albanian author Ismail Kadare, serving as a companion to his earlier novella Agamemnon’s Daughter. The story is inspired by the real-life death of Mehmet Shehu, the designated successor to Albanian dictator Enver Hoxha, who died under mysterious circumstances in 1981. The novel delves into the ensuing political intrigue, exploring themes of power, paranoia, and the mechanisms of totalitarian regimes. Kadare employs a blend of surrealism and historical fiction to depict the psychological and political turmoil following Shehu’s death, offering a profound commentary on the nature of power and its corrupting influence.
- Pages: 136
- Genre: Political Fiction
- Book Cover Type: Paperback
- Language(s): Persian (Farsi)
- ISBN : 9786226983334
- Persian Title: کتاب سریر سرخ اثر اسماعیل کاداره
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