The Night

Jaime Saenz, a prominent Bolivian writer, is celebrated for his extraordinary poetry, characterized by its apocalyptic and hallucinatory qualities. This edition features the first English translation of his renowned poem, The Night, which is considered his masterpiece and was completed shortly before his passing in 1986. Translators Forrest Gander and Kent Johnson have brought Saenz's brilliant work to a new audience, highlighting its significance and depth.