Derborence by Charles Ferdinand Ramuz
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The story unfolds in a remote Swiss Alpine village where a catastrophic rockslide devastates the landscape and the lives of its inhabitants. The narrative centers on Antoine, a young shepherd who is presumed dead after being buried under the rubble. Miraculously, he survives and returns to the village, but his reappearance stirs a mix of disbelief, joy, and tension among the villagers. The novel explores themes of human resilience, the power of nature, and the profound impact of such a disaster on a close-knit community.
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- Published
- 1934
- Nationality
- Swiss
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-250
- Original Language
- French
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- Alternate Titles
- - Terror On The Mountain
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 37th on The 50 best French language books from 1900 to today (Le Temps)
- Fifty French Writers Choose Their Favorite 10 Books - Honourable Mention (On en garde 10 ! Pour la littérature)