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Thomas Bernhard is 'one of the masters of contemporary European fiction' (George Steiner); 'one of the century's most gifted writers' (New York Newsday); 'a virtuoso of rancor and rage' (Bookforum). And although he is favorably compared with Franz Kafka, Samuel Beckett, and Robert Musil, Thomas Bernhard still remains relatively unknown in America.Uninitiated readers should consider Three Novellas a passport to the absurd, dark, and uncommonly comic world of Bernhard. Two of the three novellas here have never before been published in English, and all of them show an early preoccupation with the themesillness and madness, isolation, tragic friendshipsthat would obsess Bernhard throughout his career. Amras, one of his earliest works, tells the story of two brothers, one epileptic, who have survived a family suicide pact and are now living in a ruined tower, struggling with madness, trying either to come fully back to life or finally to die. In Playing Watten, the narrator, a doctor who lost his practice due to morphine abuse, describes a visit paid him by a truck driver who wanted the doctor to return to his habit of playing a game of cards (watten) every Wednesdaya habit that the doctor had interrupted when one of the players killed himself. The last novella, Walking, records the conversations of the narrator and his friend Oehler while they walk, discussing anything that comes to mind but always circling back to their mutual friend Karrer, who has gone irrevocably mad. Perhaps the most overtly philosophical work in Bernhard's highly philosophical oeuvre, Walking provides a penetrating meditation on the impossibility of truly thinking.Three Novellas offers a superb introduction to the fiction of perhaps the greatest unsung hero of twentiethcentury literature. Rarely have the words suffocating, intense, and obsessive been meant so positively.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Three Novellas' by Thomas Bernhard? A: 'Three Novellas' explores themes of illness, madness, isolation, and tragic friendships, reflecting Bernhard's philosophical inquiries into the human condition.
- Q: Are the novellas in this book previously unpublished in English? A: Yes, two of the three novellas in 'Three Novellas' have never been published in English before.
- Q: What is the condition of the book when purchased? A: 'Three Novellas' is sold in new condition, ensuring that you receive an unused and pristine copy.
- Q: How many pages does 'Three Novellas' contain? A: 'Three Novellas' has a total of 184 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this edition? A: This edition of 'Three Novellas' is hardcover, providing durability and a quality feel.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Three Novellas'? A: The author of 'Three Novellas' is Thomas Bernhard, a renowned writer in contemporary European fiction.
- Q: When was 'Three Novellas' published? A: 'Three Novellas' was published on June 23, 2003.
- Q: What can readers expect from the narrative style of Bernhard in this book? A: Readers can expect a unique narrative style characterized by philosophical depth, dark humor, and an exploration of existential themes.
- Q: Is 'Three Novellas' suitable for readers unfamiliar with Bernhard's work? A: Yes, 'Three Novellas' serves as an excellent introduction to Thomas Bernhard's fiction, making it accessible for new readers.
- Q: What type of literary category does 'Three Novellas' fall under? A: 'Three Novellas' is categorized as literary fiction, appealing to readers who appreciate deep and thought-provoking narratives.