“Ništa nije čudnije ni delikatnije od odnosa ljudi koji se poznaju samo iz viđenja - koji se svakog dana, pa i svakog sata, susreću i promatraju, a ipak moraju, zbog pristojnosti ili svoje ćudi, držati se tobože ravnodušno, ne pozdravljati se niti razgovarati među sobom. Između njih vlada nelagoda i pretjerana radoznalost, histerija neke nezadovoljene i neprirodno potisnute potrebe za upoznavanjem i razmjenom misli, a nadasve neka vrsta suzdržana poštovanja.”
In this novella, the protagonist, an aging writer, becomes entranced by the beauty of Venice and its inhabitants. His fascination leads to a complex relationship with a young boy, which ultimately results in a profound existential crisis. The story delves into the complexities of artistic creation and the moral dilemmas faced by the protagonist amidst the backdrop of the picturesque and decaying city of Venice. more
Thomas Mann, born on June 6, 1875, and died on August 12, 1955, was a German novelist and one of the greatest writers of the 20th century. Known for his profound psychological portrayals and rich imagination, his works extensively covered themes such as individual and society, history and reality. His masterpieces include 'Buddenbrooks' and 'The Magic Mountain'. more
“Težko je žalovati za tem, kar si izgubil, če se predhodno niti zavedal nisi, kaj si imel.”
“Moj je život bio strah, strah, samoća, samoća, knjige i ponešto ljubavi.”