O Alienista (Coleção Machado de Assis) (Portuguese Edition)

What do you get when a brilliant doctor-turned-author delves into the human mind, creating a fantastical yet realistic tale of mental illness and treatment in a small Brazilian town? You get "Afinal, quem é louco?" - a thought-provoking and captivating read that will leave you questioning what it means to be "normal". With a unique blend of realism and fantasy, Machado takes the reader on an unforgettable journey into the minds of the townspeople, revealing the complexities of mental illness and the power of human connection.

Through the eyes of the eminent doctor Simão Bacamarte, we see the world in a new light - one that challenges our assumptions about what it means to be "normal" and highlights the importance of compassion and understanding in the treatment of mental health. Don't miss out on this unforgettable read - order your copy of "Afinal, quem é louco?" today and discover a world that will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about mental illness and the human mind.