In Albanian literature, which satirical novel by Dritëro Agolli critiques communist state bureaucracy through the character of Demkë?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Shkëlqimi dhe rënia e shokut Zylo
- Step 1: Dritëro Agolli's 1973 satirical masterpiece 'Shkëlqimi dhe rënia e shokut Zylo' portrays an incompetent bureaucrat observed by his speechwriter Demkë. Answer: Shkëlqimi dhe rënia e shokut Zylo. Why not the others: Lumi i vdekur is by Jakov Xoxa, and Prilli i thyer is by Kadare.
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