The Waters of Kronos by Conrad Richter
"The Waters of Kronos" is a novel that explores the themes of time, memory, and the loss of innocence. The story follows an elderly man who returns to his childhood hometown, only to find it submerged under a reservoir. As he navigates the physical and metaphorical waters, he embarks on a journey through his past, reliving key moments of his life and confronting the ghosts of his past. The novel is a poignant exploration of the human condition, the inexorable passage of time, and the enduring power of memory.
The 9759th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1960
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 192
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- National Book Award - Fiction (National Book Foundation)