The bells of Bicêtre by Georges Simenon

The novel chronicles the life of a successful newspaper publisher who suffers a stroke and finds himself confined to a hospital bed, unable to communicate with the world around him. As he lies in his hospital bed, he is forced to reassess his life, his relationships and his own identity. The book explores themes of mortality, the meaning of life, and the complex nature of human relationships.

The 2653rd greatest book of all time


Published
1963
Nationality
Belgian
Type
Fiction
Pages
Unknown
Words
Unknown
Original Language
French

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