Description

Saul Bellow masterfully crafts the story of Moses Herzog, a man adrift in the turbulent currents of modern life, grappling with intellectual pursuits and personal failures. As his world unravels—marked by professional disappointments and fractured relationships—Herzog finds himself writing unsent letters, a unique outlet for his profound reflections and wry observations. This novel delves into themes of existential angst, the search for meaning, and the resilience of the human spirit amidst societal and personal chaos. Through Herzog's journey, Bellow explores the complexities of existence with both profound insight and characteristic wit, offering a timeless portrait of a man striving for survival and redemption.

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paperback edition cover

paperback

Penguin

Published Feb 25, 2003

401 pages

ISBN: 9780142437292

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paperback edition cover

paperback

Penguin Books Ltd

Published Apr 26, 2001

368 pages

ISBN: 9780141184876

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Details

First Published

1964

Language

deu

Translation

From: eng

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