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“No one can see another in the darkness, Esch, and that cloudless clarity of yours is only a dream. You know that I cannot keep you beside me, much as you fear your loneliness. We are a lost generation. I too can only go about my business.”

Quote by Hermann Broch

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The Sleepwalkers

This book delves into the enigmatic world of sleepwalking, examining its psychological and philosophical implications through a narrative that intertwines the personal experiences of its characters with broader themes of human consciousness and the nature of reality. more

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Hermann Broch
Hermann Broch

Hermann Broch (November 1, 1886 - May 30, 1951) was an Austrian writer, one of the most important novelists of the 20th century, known for his profound psychological descriptions and complex narrative structures. more

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