Bernhard, Thomas
The Rest Is Slander - Five Stories
- ISBN 13:
- 9781803090672
- author:
- Bernhard, Thomas
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Seagull Books London Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 212
- Dimensions:
- 22.1 x 15.5 x 2.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, General, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
A collection of five previously untranslated stories from Thomas Bernhard, a master of twentieth-century Austrian literature. These tales take place in extreme cold and offer a bleak vision of the world. In "Ungenach," a reluctant heir gives away his legacy to an assortment of individuals as he uncovers the past of his brother, who was murdered during a career in colonialist philanthropy. In other stories, such as "The Weatherproof Cape" and "Midland in Stilfs", Bernhard critiques the efforts of outsiders to attain local authenticity. Meanwhile, "At the Ortler" explores the unusual careers of two middle-aged brothers, while "At the Timberline" uncovers a scandalous crime that casts a shadow on the personal life of a policeman. These five stories showcase Bernhard's unique style and his ability to craft compelling narratives that offer insight into the human condition.
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