Nadja
novel by Breton
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Nadja is a novel by André Breton, a key figure in the Surrealist movement. Published in 1928, the novel blends everyday events with psychological elements, reflecting Surrealism's aim to merge the conscious and unconscious realms. Breton defined Surrealism as a method of expressing the true process of thought, free from reason or moral constraints. Nadja exemplifies this by exploring the intersection of reality and dream, a core tenet of Surrealist literature and art.12
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