Description
Thomas Mann's monumental novel transports readers to a secluded tuberculosis sanatorium nestled in the Swiss Alps, a microcosm of pre-World War I Europe brimming with intellectual debate and simmering tension. The story follows Hans Castorp, a young engineer who arrives for a brief visit but finds himself captivated by the sanatorium's unique atmosphere and the allure of its inhabitants. Over seven years, he navigates a complex world of philosophical discourse, romantic entanglements, and the seductive nature of illness itself. This enduring classic masterfully explores themes of time, mortality, love, and the human condition, solidifying Mann's place among the great modern novelists.
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paperback
Vintage
Published Oct 1, 1996
722 pages
ISBN: 9780679772873
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Details
First Published
1924
Language
deu
Translation
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