Der Trafikant by Robert Seethaler

Set in the tumultuous backdrop of 1930s Vienna, the story follows a young man named Franz Huchel who moves from his rural home to work in a tobacco shop. As he navigates the complexities of adulthood, he forms an unlikely friendship with Sigmund Freud, who becomes a mentor and confidant. Through his interactions with the shop's diverse clientele and the political upheaval of the time, Franz grapples with love, loss, and the harsh realities of a world on the brink of war, ultimately embarking on a journey of self-discovery and resilience.

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