Het Behouden Huis by W.F. Hermans
Set against the backdrop of World War II, this gripping novella follows a Dutch soldier who finds refuge in an abandoned house on the Eastern Front. As he grapples with the desolation of war and the eerie silence of his temporary sanctuary, he is haunted by memories and the stark reality of his situation. The narrative delves into themes of isolation, survival, and the psychological toll of conflict, painting a vivid picture of a man caught between the remnants of civilization and the chaos of war.
- Published
- 1952
- Nationality
- Dutch
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 100-150
- Original Language
- Dutch
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(4.5)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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