Tales From The Vienna Woods by Ödön von Horváth
This narrative is a darkly comedic and ironic tale set in 1930s Austria, which delves into the lives of ordinary Viennese citizens as they grapple with the socio-economic pressures of the time. The story revolves around a young woman who, in her pursuit of happiness and escape from a suffocating family, becomes entangled in a series of romantic relationships that lead to disillusionment and tragedy. The work critiques the romanticized vision of Vienna by juxtaposing the city's charming waltzes and idyllic woods against a backdrop of moral decay, hypocrisy, and the looming shadow of fascism.
The 10956th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1931
- Nationality
- Austrian
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- Unknown
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- German
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