The Third Reich is a novel by Roberto Bolaño, set in the summer of 1938, following a German board game champion named Udo Berger who is vacationing with his girlfriend in a small seaside town on the Spanish coast. As Udo becomes increasingly absorbed in his obsession with the game, the narrative gradually delves into his past and the dark psychological and philosophical tensions surrounding him. The novel subtly examines the rise of totalitarianism, the complexities of war, and the fragile nature of identity. Through the game of "The Third Reich," Bolaño intertwines themes of violence, history, and the human condition, blending reality with the surreal. The novel's eerie atmosphere and sense of impending doom reveal deeper insights into the connections between personal struggles and larger historical forces.
- Pages: 340
- Language(s): Persian (Farsi)
- Genre: Mystery
- ISBN: 9786229263631
- Persian Title: کتاب رایش سوم اثر روبرتو بولانیو
