W. G. Sebald , Michael Hulse
The Emigrants (New Directions Paperbook)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780811226141
- author:
- W. G. Sebald , Michael Hulse
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- W. W. Norton & Company Tra edition
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 240
- Dimensions:
- 13.7 x 2 x 20.3 cm
- Genre:
- Fiction, Literary Fiction, , W. G. Sebald, Michael Hulse,The Emigrants (New Directions Paperbook),W. W. Norton & Company,081122614X,Fiction,Fiction - General,German Novel And Short Story,Fiction / Literary,General,Literary,Literature: Texts
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
The Emigrants Winfried Georg Sebald's The Emigrants is a deeply personal and poignant exploration of the lives of four Germans in exile. Through a combination of precise documentary and fictional motifs, Sebald reconstructs the lives of individuals who, following the devastation of World War II, sought refuge in various parts of the world. The book is structured around four long narratives, each tracing the life of a different individual, from a painter to a doctor, an elementary-school teacher, and a family member. Sebald's narrative is interwoven with memories, documents, and photographs, creating a complex and multifaceted portrait of lives shaped by the trauma of the Holocaust. As Sebald navigates the routes of exile, he brings to mind the enigmatic snapshots that stud the book, evoking memories of family photo albums. The result is a powerful and moving requiem that blurs the boundaries between reality and fiction, creating a unique and unforgettable reading experience.
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