Hærværk by Tom Kristensen
Set in the bustling city of Copenhagen during the 1920s, this novel follows the tumultuous life of Ole Jastrau, a literary critic who spirals into a self-destructive journey fueled by alcohol and existential despair. As he grapples with the monotony of his bourgeois existence, Jastrau becomes entangled in the lives of radical poets and political agitators, leading him further away from his family and responsibilities. The narrative delves into themes of alienation, the search for meaning, and the destructive allure of rebellion, painting a vivid portrait of a man caught in the throes of inner turmoil and societal disillusionment.
- Published
- 1963
- Nationality
- Danish
- Length
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- Pages
- 300-400
- Original Language
- Danish
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