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Old People and the Things That Pass
Paperback
General FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781023350372
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 29 2025
Pages: 214
Weight: 0.67
Height: 0.45 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Old People and the Things That Pass by Louis Couperus explores the hidden currents beneath the surface of Dutch domestic life. A master of psychological fiction, Couperus delves into the weight of family secrets and their lasting impact across generations. This timeless work of literary fiction examines the complexities of old age and the lingering echoes of the past.
Within the confines of a seemingly ordinary family, unspoken truths and buried traumas simmer, threatening to disrupt the fragile peace of their existence. Couperus masterfully portrays the intricate dynamics of familial relationships and the enduring power of secrets. Experience the subtle yet profound exploration of the human condition in this classic work of Dutch literature, meticulously prepared for print republication.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
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