Steve Sem-Sandberg
W.: A Novel
W.: A Novel
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The novel W. is a reimagining of Buechners classic play Woyzeck, exploring jealousy, love turned to hate, murder, and its consequences. It tells the story of a loyal foot soldier who kills the woman he loves in a fit of jealous rage and was unfinished at Buechners death. Steve Sem-Sandberg's novel delves deeper into the characters' world and motivations, revealing a ruthless, moving, and unforgettable story of human vulnerability and the abyss.
Format: Hardback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 07 July 2022
Publisher: Abrams
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"Woyzeck, a reimagining of Buechners classic play, delves into the depths of jealousy, love transformed into hate, and murder, accompanied by its devastating consequences. This internationally acclaimed novel serves as a literary prequel to one of modern literature's seminal texts, the play Woyzeck. Considered the first modern drama, Woyzeck narrates the tragic tale of a loyal foot soldier who, driven by a fit of jealous rage, commits the unthinkable: the murder of the woman he loves.
In 1836, this poignant true story touched the heart of Georg Buechner, inspiring him to pen the play, which remained unfinished at the time of his untimely death at the age of 23. Now, in his remarkable novel W., August Prize-winning author Steve Sem-Sandberg takes us on a captivating journey through the intricate relationship between the lovers, the murder case, and the soldier's execution. Through poetic and controlled prose, Sem-Sandberg unveils a ruthless, poignant, and unforgettable tale of human vulnerability and the abyss that Buechner sensed resided within every individual.
As the story unfolds, larger forces, such as the horrors of war and the dehumanizing nature of psychiatry, collide with the soldier's own small world. Love gives way to hatred as Woyzeck, in his desperate and human struggle, attempts to make sense of the life bestowed upon him.
Woyzeck is a timeless masterpiece that continues to resonate with audiences, reminding us of the fragility of human emotions and the consequences of our actions. Sem-Sandberg's novel is a masterful exploration of this iconic play, offering a fresh perspective and deep insights into the characters and themes that have captivated readers for generations."
Weight: 646g
Dimension: 160 x 236 x 33 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781419751226
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