Bernhard, Thomas
Gathering Evidence
- ISBN 13:
- 9780099442530
- author:
- Bernhard, Thomas
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Vintage
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2003
- Pages:
- 352
- Dimensions:
- 129mm X 198mm
- Genre:
- Biography: general
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Thomas Bernhard's life was marked by hardship and loss, yet it was in these circumstances that he found his unique perspective and voice. Born to an abandoned mother, Bernhard was raised by an eccentric grandmother and adored grandfather, shaping his early experiences and worldview. As a young man, he faced persecution and adversity, including a stint in a hospital ward where he observed the suffering and death of others with unflinching acuity. This memoir is a testament to the power of Bernhard's experiences, shaped by the urgency of a dying man's account. From the age of 21, his writing was infused with the essence of his life and knowledge, setting the stage for his remarkable literary career. Gathering Evidence is a deeply personal and thought-provoking work that offers a unique insight into the life and art of one of Austria's most important writers.
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