Fabian by Erich Kästner

The Story of a Moralist

Set in the tumultuous backdrop of late 1920s Berlin, the narrative follows a disillusioned young man navigating the chaos of a society on the brink of collapse. As he drifts through a world marked by decadence, moral ambiguity, and economic instability, he encounters a cast of characters who embody the era's hedonism and despair. Through a series of poignant and often satirical episodes, the story explores themes of love, loss, and the search for meaning in a rapidly changing world, ultimately painting a vivid portrait of a generation caught between the shadows of the past and the uncertainties of the future.

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Published
1931
Nationality
German
Length
Short
Pages
200-250
Original Language
German
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(4.0)
Alternate Titles
- Fabian: The Story of a Moralist
- Going To The Dogs
- Going to the Dogs
- Leiðin í Hundana

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