Elias, Or The Fight With The Nightingales by Maurice Gilliams
Or The Fight With The Nightingales
The book is a poetic and introspective exploration of childhood and memory, centered around the protagonist's experiences and emotions as he navigates the complexities of family life and personal identity. Set against a backdrop of a Flemish landscape, the narrative delves into themes of innocence, longing, and the passage of time, capturing the protagonist's internal struggles and his quest for meaning amidst the beauty and melancholy of his surroundings. Through vivid imagery and lyrical prose, the story evokes a sense of nostalgia and the bittersweet nature of growing up.
The 3120th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1936
- Nationality
- Belgian
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 100-150
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- Dutch
- Alternate Titles
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- Elias, of het gevecht met de nachtegalen
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 62nd on the Dutch Literary Canon in 100 Works (dbnl)
- 50 (+1) essential texts from Dutch literature (literairecanon.be)