1913 by Florian Illies
The Year Before the Storm
Set against the backdrop of a world on the brink of transformation, this captivating narrative weaves together the lives of influential artists, writers, and thinkers during the pivotal year before World War I. Through a series of vivid vignettes, the book captures the essence of an era marked by cultural innovation and societal change, highlighting the interconnectedness of figures like Picasso, Kafka, and Freud. As the narrative unfolds, it paints a portrait of a world teetering on the edge of modernity, where the seeds of future upheaval are sown amidst the vibrant tapestry of early 20th-century life.
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- Published
- 2012
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- German
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- Pages
- 240-300
- Original Language
- German
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