Enter the peculiar world of Mr. Valéry, a central figure in Gonçalo Tavares's celebrated 'The Neighborhood' series. This book presents a collection of short, thought-provoking vignettes that blur the lines between philosophy and prose. Through Mr. Valéry's eccentric logic and bizarre encounters, Tavares masterfully explores profound themes of language, thought, and the inherent absurdity of human reasoning. Each brief chapter is a carefully crafted paradox, inviting readers to question their own perceptions of reality in a world that is both comically strange and deeply insightful. A must-read for lovers of philosophical fiction.