A Death in the Family by Karl Ove Knausgaard
"A Death in the Family" is a deeply personal and introspective narrative that delves into the complexities of familial relationships, childhood, death, and memory. The protagonist, a writer, is forced to confront his past and his relationship with his alcoholic father after his death. The novel explores the impact of this death on the protagonist's life and his struggle to come to terms with his complicated feelings of love, resentment, and guilt. The narrative is a profound exploration of the human condition, the intricacies of family dynamics, and the lasting impact of grief and loss.
The 8566th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2009
- Nationality
- Norwegian
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Pages
- 430
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- Norwegian
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This book is on the following lists:
- 29th on The 100 best books of the 21st century (The Guardian)