A Moth To A Flame by Stig Dagerman
Set in post-war Sweden, this poignant narrative delves into the life of Bengt, a young man grappling with the complexities of love, guilt, and existential despair. As he returns home after a period of absence, he is confronted with the haunting memories of his father's suicide and the tumultuous relationship with his mother. The story unfolds with Bengt's intense infatuation with a mysterious woman, which leads him down a path of self-destruction and moral ambiguity. Through its introspective lens, the novel explores themes of human frailty, the search for meaning, and the inevitable pull of destructive desires.
The 16633rd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1948
- Nationality
- Swedish
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-250
- Original Language
- Swedish
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(4.0)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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