The Aura (book)

"The Aura" by Carlos Fuentes is a captivating novella that explores themes of perception, identity, and the supernatural. The story follows a young Mexican man who attends a photography exhibition and is hired to photograph a mysterious, old mansion. As he immerses himself in the house’s history and images, he begins to experience strange, otherworldly sensations, blurring the line between reality and illusion. The book delves into how environments and memories can influence our perception of self and reality, creating an intriguing narrative about how the past and unseen forces shape our present experience.