The Empusium by Olga Tokarczuk
In September 1913, Mieczysław, a student battling tuberculosis, arrives at a health resort in Görbersdorf, now part of western Poland. The resort, known as Wilhelm Opitz's Guesthouse for Gentlemen, becomes a gathering place where residents engage in discussions about the looming threat of war, societal structures, and existential questions. As they indulge in the local liqueur, unsettling occurrences begin to unfold around them. Stories of eerie happenings in the nearby highlands stir a growing sense of unease. Mieczysław finds himself drawn into a web of mystery as he seeks to understand both the external forces at play and the truths within himself. Unbeknownst to him, these forces have already set their sights on their next target. The narrative weaves elements of horror, comedy, folklore, and social commentary into a captivating tale.
The 14901st greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2024
- Nationality
- Polish
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 320
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(3.6)
- Alternate Titles
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- Empuzion
- Empuzjon
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