Jakob Von Gunten by Robert Walser
This novel is a first-person account of a young man who leaves his privileged life to enroll at a school for servants in Berlin. The protagonist's observations and experiences in the school, his interactions with the headmaster and other students, and his internal struggles and reflections form the crux of the story. The narrative, imbued with irony and dark humor, explores themes of power, submission, individuality, and the absurdity of societal norms and expectations.
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This book is on the following lists:
- 6th on Biblioteca (Argentina)
- 13th on El Pais Favorite Books of 100 Spanish Authors (El Pais)
- 538th on Our Users' Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)