Lieutenant Gustl by Arthur Schnitzler
Set in early 20th-century Vienna, the story delves into the mind of a young Austrian officer who grapples with his internal conflicts and societal pressures. As he attends a concert, his thoughts wander, revealing his insecurities, prejudices, and the rigid expectations of military honor that govern his life. A seemingly trivial encounter spirals into a crisis of identity and purpose, forcing him to confront the fragility of his existence and the superficiality of the values he holds dear. Through a stream-of-consciousness narrative, the tale explores themes of existential angst and the struggle for authenticity in a conformist world.
The 3632nd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1900
- Nationality
- Austrian
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 50-70
- Original Language
- German
- Avg User Rating
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(3.7)
- Alternate Titles
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- El Teniente Gustl
- Leutnant Gustl
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