Elizabeth Costello

"Elizabeth Costello" is a novel by J.M. Coetzee that explores deep philosophical questions through the character of Elizabeth, a novelist and thinker. The book presents her reflections on morality, human suffering, animals, and the role of the writer in society. It uses a series of fictional lectures, conversations, and personal stories to challenge readers to consider difficult ethical issues. The novel is less about a straightforward plot and more about engaging with complex ideas, prompting introspection on our responsibilities as individuals and the interconnectedness of all living beings.