Description
In this profound and unsettling novel, an unnamed narrator returns to his ancestral home following a period of convalescence, only to confront the tragic suicide of his close friend, Roithamer. As the narrator grapples with Roithamer's death and his role as literary executor, the narrative delves into the intricate relationship between art, intellect, and despair. The book masterfully explores themes of isolation, the search for meaning, and the devastating consequences of intellectual obsession, drawing parallels with the life and philosophy of Ludwig Wittgenstein. Through Bernhard's signature, relentless prose, the novel dissects the very nature of existence and the human condition.
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paperback
Vintage
Published Mar 9, 2010
288 pages
ISBN: 9781400077601
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First Published
2010
Language
deu
Translation
From: deu
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