A driver waiting at the traffic lights goes blind. An opthamologist tries to diagnose his distinctive white blindness, but is affected before he can read the text books. It becomes a contagion, spreading throughout the city. Trying to stem the epidemic the authorities herd the afflicted into a mental asylum where the wards are terrorised by blind thugs. And when fire destroys the asylum the inmates burst forth and the last links with a supposedly civilised society are snapped.
Jose Saramago
Jose Saramago was a Portuguese writer known for his novel "Blindness," a chilling exploration of societal breakdown. His unique literary style, characterized by long, flowing sentences and lack of traditional punctuation, earned him international acclaim. Saramago's contributions to literature include challenging conventions and delving into the depths of human nature.
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