Brother Of Sleep by Robert Schneider
Set in a remote Alpine village, the story follows the life of a musical prodigy named Elias, whose extraordinary talent for playing the organ captivates and isolates him from the community. As Elias grows up, his gift becomes both a blessing and a curse, leading to intense emotional struggles and a deep sense of alienation. The novel explores themes of genius, obsession, and the conflict between individual desires and societal expectations, ultimately portraying a poignant and tragic journey of a young man consumed by his own extraordinary abilities.
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- Published
- 1992
- Nationality
- Austrian
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-300
- Original Language
- German
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(4.0)
- Alternate Titles
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- Brother of Sleep
- Schlafes Bruder
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 100 German Must-Reads (Deutsche Welle)
- Harenberg Buch der 1000 Bücher (Harenberg Buch der 1000 Bücher)