Weights and Measures

Autori

• Joseph Roth

Parametri

• 112 pagine
• 4 ore di lettura

• Amore
• Classici
• Narrativa
• Racconti
• Storia

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Set against the backdrop of the Austro-Hungarian Empire's decline, this novel follows Anselm Eibenschütz, an artillery officer who transitions to a civilian role as an Inspector of Weights and Measures. His journey into a secluded territory near the Russian border leads him into a world of corruption and moral decay. The story poignantly explores themes of identity, destiny, and loneliness, capturing the essence of a good man's unraveling amidst the chaos of early 20th-century Eastern Europe. It is celebrated for its lyrical prose and philosophical depth.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2024

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