Isherwood, Christopher
The Berlin Novels
- ISBN 13:
- 9780749397029
- author:
- Isherwood, Christopher
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Vintage
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1993
- Pages:
- 512
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 3.2 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Modern fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Set against the vibrant backdrop of pre-war Berlin, this novel offers a fascinating glimpse into the city's bohemian scene. The story follows an unlikely friendship between two men, as they navigate the complexities of their lives amidst the gathering storm of Nazi terror.
Written in a series of wry, detached, and impressionistic vignettes, this novel is a powerful and haunting portrayal of a city on the brink of ruin. With its unique blend of wit, irony, and social commentary, it remains a powerful and thought-provoking work of fiction.
First published in 1939, this novel has had a lasting impact on literature and continues to be widely read and studied today. Its influence can be seen in film and theatre, and it remains a worthwhile read for anyone interested in the history of 20th-century Europe.
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