A ruined gambler seeks shelter and a new begin in a quiet German town. This edition follows the pivotal moments of Banana’s journey after a sudden fall from fortune. Homes are found, emotions run deep, and a lonely cottage becomes the stage for memory, regret, and a uncertain path forward.
The story frames a descent from social standing into isolation as the narrator moves from Paris to Lindenfels and into a small, neat cottage. There, simple daily rituals stand in sharp contrast to the turmoil inside, setting a somber tone for the unfolding life of a man who has lost his luck and his place.
The setting and mood spotlight a retreat into nature and quiet places—the garden, the stream, the night sky—where the will to go on is tested by grief and memory. As the world seems to close in, the book explores how dignity, pride, and restraint shape a person’s choices when all else fails.
Ideal for readers of classic melodrama and tales of fortune’s fickle grip.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a tale of love, loss, and a man whose life is marked by misfortune. The author deftly plunges the reader into the mind of the protagonist, an outcast who is repeatedly battered by a barrage of tragic events. The story unfolds during a period of great social change, with the narrative painting a vivid picture of societal attitudes and manners of the time. The author deftly uses the protagonist's experiences to explore profound themes such as the nature of love, the fragility of life, and the resilience of the human spirit. The book offers a poignant meditation on the impact of loss and the enduring power of hope amidst adversity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331571193_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331571193
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331571193
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)