"Don Diego de Zama" is a novel by Antonio Di Benedetto that tells the story of a colonial administrator in Asunción, Paraguay during the late 18th century. Zama is a man caught in a web of isolation and longing, yearning for a promotion that seems perpetually out of reach. His life is marked by a deep sense of dissatisfaction and a struggle against the constraints of his position. As Zama navigates his mundane existence, he becomes increasingly obsessed with his desires and the world around him. The novel explores themes of identity, alienation, and the complexities of colonial life, making it a poignant reflection on the human condition.