Description
In the final days of World War II, a battle-weary partisan stumbles upon a magnificent, seemingly untouched house amidst the German landscape. Seeking refuge, he falls asleep, only to awaken to the chilling sound of an approaching German patrol. Forced to improvise, he assumes the role of the homeowner, a dangerous charade that becomes increasingly perilous with the potential return of the true owner. This gripping narrative plunges into the heart of war's savagery, exploring the thin veneer of civilization when faced with brutal conflict.
Available Editions
paperback
Pushkin Press
Published Jul 5, 2018
64 pages
ISBN: 9781782274612
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Details
First Published
2018
Language
eng
Translation
From: dut
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for An Untouched House by Willem Frederik Hermans.