Traktat O łuskaniu Fasoli by Wiesław Myśliwski
Set in a rural Polish village, the narrative unfolds through a series of reflective monologues by an elderly man who recounts his life story to an unseen visitor. As he shells beans, he delves into memories of his childhood, the impact of World War II, and the profound changes in post-war Poland. Through his introspective musings, the novel explores themes of memory, identity, and the passage of time, painting a vivid portrait of a life marked by both personal and historical upheavals. The protagonist's contemplative storytelling invites readers to ponder the nature of existence and the interconnectedness of individual and collective histories.
- Published
- 2006
- Nationality
- Polish
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 350-400
- Original Language
- Polish
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(3.0)
- Alternate Titles
- - A Treatise on Shelling Beans
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