Mussel Feast by Birgit Vanderbeke
A Novella
The novel unfolds during a tense family dinner as a mother and her two children await the return of the father, who is mysteriously late. As they prepare and eat a meal of mussels, the family's history and dynamics unravel through the children's reflections and conversations. The narrative reveals the oppressive nature of the father's authoritarian rule over the household and the simmering undercurrents of rebellion and desire for freedom. The absence of the father becomes a catalyst for the family to confront their fears and contemplate a life beyond his control, highlighting themes of liberation and the breaking of familial bonds.
The 14983rd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1990
- Nationality
- German
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 100-150
- Original Language
- German
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 100 German Must-Reads (Deutsche Welle)
- The 100 Best Books by Women Writers in Translation (biblibio)