In this unique philosophical novel by Gonçalo M. Tavares, readers are introduced to the peculiar world of Mr. Valéry. Through a collection of short, interconnected vignettes, Mr. Valéry presents a series of logical propositions and thought experiments that challenge our understanding of reason, language, and existence itself. He meticulously dissects everyday situations with a bizarre yet rigorous logic, leading to humorous and profound conclusions. The book serves as an intellectual playground, inviting readers to question the very foundations of their thinking and to appreciate the absurdity that often lies beneath the surface of rationality.