Description
In the tumultuous year of 1938, a shocking discovery sends ripples through the quiet region of Schleswig-Holstein. A corpse, perfectly preserved in the depths of a peat bog, becomes the focal point of intrigue and investigation. As rumors swirl and tensions rise, the authorities are drawn into the fog of mystery that shrouds this unexpected find.
Amidst the backdrop of a world on the brink of war, the narrative unveils the layered histories of the locals who grapple with their pasts while confronting an uncertain future. The story immerses readers in the social and political tensions of the time, revealing how deeply intertwined personal and collective histories can shape one's identity.
As secrets surface and connections are revealed, the characters navigate complex relationships, forcing them to confront their own truths in a world rife with conflict. The tension between memory and reality resonates throughout, echoing the struggles of a society grappling with its conscience as it stands at a precipice of change.
Amidst the backdrop of a world on the brink of war, the narrative unveils the layered histories of the locals who grapple with their pasts while confronting an uncertain future. The story immerses readers in the social and political tensions of the time, revealing how deeply intertwined personal and collective histories can shape one's identity.
As secrets surface and connections are revealed, the characters navigate complex relationships, forcing them to confront their own truths in a world rife with conflict. The tension between memory and reality resonates throughout, echoing the struggles of a society grappling with its conscience as it stands at a precipice of change.
Détails du livre
Format
Broché
Pages
256 pages
Langue
Anglais
Publié
Jan 1, 2005
Éditeur
The Harvill Press
Éditions
5 editions
ISBN-10
1843431467
ISBN-13
9781843431466