El túnel

"El túnel" is a novel by the Argentine author Ernesto Sabato, published in 1948. The story is told from the perspective of Juan Pablo Castel, an obsessive painter who descends into madness as he becomes fixated on a woman named María. The narrative explores themes of isolation, existential despair, and the complexity of human relationships. Castel's inner turmoil and the psychological depth of his character offer profound insights into the nature of love, jealousy, and the search for meaning in a seemingly indifferent world. The novel is celebrated for its intense psychological exploration and existentialist undertones.