Go Went Gone by Jenny Erpenbeck
The novel follows Richard, a recently retired classics professor in Berlin, as he becomes increasingly involved with a group of African refugees protesting their treatment and seeking asylum in Germany. Through his interactions with the refugees, Richard confronts his own past and the complexities of identity, belonging, and the human condition. The story delves into themes of displacement, empathy, and the bureaucratic challenges faced by those in search of a new home, offering a poignant exploration of contemporary social and political issues.
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- Published
- 2015
- Nationality
- German
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 280-320
- Original Language
- German
- Avg User Rating
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(3.5)
- Alternate Titles
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- Eu Vou, Tu Vais, Ele Vai
- Gaan, Ging, Gegaan
- Gaan, ging, gegaan
- Gehen, Ging, Gegangen
- Gehen, ging, gegangen
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This book is on the following 3 lists:
- 100 Notable Books of 2018 (New York Times)
- Not the NYT list: 100 fine books from around the world (and not just the USA) of the 21st century (The Bookshop Inc)
- The 100 Best Books by Women Writers in Translation (biblibio)