“This is no life. No life at all. But where is there any life? Nothing happens. Nothing goes on. Boring. Old. Dead. Ghastly." Every object around him was a sham. Whatever he took up turned to dust. The world was a crumbling affair not to be grasped or held. You fell from emptiness to emptiness. You carried around a sack of darkness inside you. Doctor Otternschlag lived in the uttermost loneliness - although the earth is full of people like him . . .”
This novel takes readers into the opulent world of a grand hotel, where the lives of its guests and staff intertwine in a tapestry of ambition, love, and intrigue. The story delves into the complexities of human relationships and the pursuit of personal desires amidst the backdrop of a lavish setting. more
Vicki Baum, born on January 24, 1888, and died on August 29, 1960, was an Austrian writer renowned for her sharp wit and insightful social commentary. Her works, such as 'The Woman Without Men' and 'Love Can't Buy You Happiness', are celebrated for their exploration of women's roles in society and the complexities of money and love. more
“What is life without love and touch?”