Dervish And The Death by Meša Selimović
"Dervish and the Death" is a thought-provoking novel that delves into the complex themes of identity, morality, and the human condition. Set in the 18th century Ottoman Empire, the story follows a dervish, Sheikh Nuruddin, as he navigates the turbulent world of politics, power, and religion. Through his encounters with various characters, including the enigmatic Death, the dervish grapples with his own beliefs and questions the nature of existence. Selimovic's masterful storytelling and introspective prose make this novel a captivating exploration of life's fundamental questions.
The 3266th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1966
- Nationality
- Unknown
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 450-500
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- Serbo Croatian
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- 100 Books to Read from Eastern Europe and Central Asia (New East Digital Archive)