Out Of The Dark by Patrick Modiano
In "Out of the Dark," the narrative unfolds around a man's introspective journey into his past, where he reflects on a transient and intense romance with a mysterious woman named Jacqueline. The story is set against the backdrop of post-war Paris, a city that mirrors the protagonist's feelings of dislocation and search for identity. As he revisits old haunts and recalls the enigmatic figures from his youth, the man grapples with the ephemeral nature of memory and the elusive quest for a sense of belonging. The novel weaves a haunting tale of love, loss, and the shadows that linger long after the people and moments have vanished into the dark recesses of time.
The 6212th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1990
- Nationality
- French
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 176
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- French
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- 345th on The 500 best books of all time from Culture Café users (Culture Café)