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The Wager Machado de Assis New edition
The Wager
Machado de Assis
Returning to his native Rio after many years abroad, Aires is captivated by a young widow, Fidela Noronha, whom he sees praying at her husband's graveside. Her charm and the tragic story of her brief marriage increases his fascination, and soon he is indulging in impossible dreams.
176 pages
| Media | Books Paperback Book (Book with soft cover and glued back) |
| Released | February 1, 2005 |
| Original release date | 2004 |
| ISBN13 | 9780720612301 |
| Publishers | Peter Owen Publishers |
| Pages | 176 |
| Dimensions | 125 × 186 × 15 mm · 172 g |
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