Pascal Mercier
Pascal Mercier is the pseudonym of Peter Bieri, a Swiss philosopher and writer. He was born on June 23, 1944, in Bern, Switzerland. Mercier is best known for his novel 'Night Train to Lisbon,' which has been translated into numerous languages and adapted into a film. His works often explore themes of identity, memory, and the philosophical aspects of human life.
Books
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1. Night Train To Lisbon
The book revolves around a Swiss classics teacher who, upon encountering a mysterious book by a Portuguese author, becomes obsessed with the life and thoughts of the writer. This obsession leads him to abandon his job and life in Bern, embarking on an impulsive journey to Lisbon. In his quest to understand the author's fate and the resistance movement against the Portuguese dictatorship that the author was involved in, the protagonist explores themes of history, philosophy, and the complexities of human character. As he delves deeper into the past, he encounters various individuals who were connected to the author, piecing together a narrative that challenges his own understanding of life and identity.
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