Homo Irrealis

Homo Irrealis by André Aciman explores the concept of the "irrealis," focusing on what might have been rather than what is or was, and how this idea influences artists' perceptions of time and memory. The audiobook features reflections on poetry, urban landscapes, and the works of notable figures such as Freud, Cavafy, and Proust, as well as portraits of cities like Alexandria and St. Petersburg. It offers a profound meditation on the imagination's role in shaping our understanding of the past, present, and potential futures.