Dive into the brilliantly eccentric world of 'Mr. Valéry' by Gonçalo Tavares, a standout volume in his acclaimed 'The Neighborhood' series. Inspired by the French thinker Paul Valéry, this book presents a series of short, paradoxical vignettes and philosophical fables. Mr. Valéry, a man of impeccable logic, navigates a universe governed by his own peculiar reasoning, challenging our perceptions of language, thought, and reality itself. Tavares crafts a compelling and intellectually stimulating narrative that is both playful and profound, inviting readers to ponder the absurdities and intricacies of the human mind through beautifully constructed prose.