Description
A writer returns to his native Austria for a midnight dinner party following a performance of an Ibsen play, only to find himself immersed in the bilious thoughts and controversial critiques of Vienna's artistic circles. Set in the 1980s, this novel offers a searing, often darkly humorous, examination of the intellectual and social landscape of the era. Through the narrator's sharp observations, the book delves into themes of art, identity, and the suffocating nature of provincialism. Thomas Bernhard's signature style, characterized by its relentless prose and unflinching gaze, makes for a provocative and unforgettable reading experience.
Available Editions
paperback
Faber & Faber, Limited
Published Jan 1, 2019
192 pages
ISBN: 9780571349999
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Details
First Published
2011
Language
deu
Translation
From: deu
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Woodcutters by Thomas Bernhard.