Nadja: I feel Bad for His Wife
Nadja was a book I wouldn't typically pick up outside of a classroom setting, and it definitely made for an interesting read. The story follows André Breton,the author, as he recounts his encounters with a mysterious woman named Nadja. The book is divided into three parts, with the first part being the most challenging to understand due to its lack of structure. Despite this, I appreciate Breton's poetic writing, even if I don't always fully understand it. In the first part, Breton shares his passing thoughts, mentioning other authors like Nietzsche and describing the places he walks by, even describing a play he enjoys (I think it was about a school girl that gets murdered?). Now, onto my favorite part – the second section where the author finally meets Nadja. This part takes on a more diary-like format with specific dates and a structured storyline, which I found much more enjoyable. As the author gets to know Nadja, her mystique captures his attention. As a reader, it ...