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Quote by W. G. Sebald

“We take almost all the decisive steps in our lives as a result of slight inner adjustments of which we are barely conscious.”

Quote by W. G. Sebald

Work

Austerlitz

Austerlitz is a complex narrative that delves into the psychological and historical aspects of memory, identity, and the passage of time. The story follows a man who discovers he has been living a lie about his past and embarks on a journey to uncover the truth about his origins. more

Author

W. G. Sebald
W. G. Sebald

W. G. Sebald (May 18, 1944 – December 14, 2001) was a German writer whose distinctive style combined elements of fiction, memoir, and travel writing. His works frequently explore themes of history, memory, and the impact of the past on the present. Sebald's writing is characterized by its introspective tone, richly detailed descriptions, and a sense of melancholy. more

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