Description

In this intensely imagined historical novella, Christa Wolf crafts a haunting narrative that blurs the lines between reality and the subconscious. The story centers on a woman who travels to a remote, desolate landscape, confronting her past and the complex legacy of German history. Through lyrical prose and profound introspection, Wolf explores themes of identity, memory, and the enduring weight of collective guilt. This powerful work solidifies Wolf's reputation as one of Europe's most significant and thought-provoking literary voices.

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paperback

Farrar, Straus and Giroux

Published Sep 1, 1983

144 pages

ISBN: 9780374517755

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First Published

1983

Language

deu

Translation

From: deu

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