Harry Mulisch
Harry Mulisch was a prominent Dutch author. He was born on July 29, 1927, in Haarlem, Netherlands, and passed away on October 30, 2010. Mulisch is considered one of the 'Great Three' of Dutch post-war literature, along with Willem Frederik Hermans and Gerard Reve. His works explore themes such as the Second World War, the Holocaust, and the nature of reality and existence. His most famous works include 'The Assault' (1982), which was adapted into a film, and 'The Discovery of Heaven' (1992), which is often cited as his masterpiece.
Books
This list of books are ONLY the books that have been ranked on the lists that are aggregated on this site. This is not a comprehensive list of all books by this author.
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1. The Discovery of Heaven
"The Discovery of Heaven" is a philosophical novel that explores the relationship between mankind and the divine. The story revolves around two friends, an astronomer and a philologist, who are manipulated by heavenly forces to father a child who is destined to return the Ten Commandments to God. As the narrative unfolds, it delves into complex themes such as friendship, love, art, science, and the existence of God, presenting a thought-provoking analysis of the human condition.
