Description
Dive into the hauntingly beautiful narrative of 'Hinterland,' a captivating historical fiction novel by Arno Geiger. Set against the tumultuous backdrop of 1944, this enthralling story explores the complex emotions and lives of those affected by World War II. Follow the journey of Veit Kolbe, a young German soldier recuperating from his injuries in the picturesque village of Mondsee, nestled below the majestic Drachenwand mountain in Austria. In this serene yet unsettling environment, Veit encounters Margot and Margarete, two spirited women who share his yearning for a future devoid of war's shadows.
As Veit grapples with his traumatic past, he navigates the thin line between hope and despair. The narrative poignantly captures the essence of a society yearning for normalcy amidst chaos, featuring a Brazilian dreamer longing for the vibrant life of Rio de Janeiro, and Margarete, the devoted teacher who captures Veit's heart yet remains indifferent to his love. With each turn of the page, readers will feel the weight of Veit’s impending military fate and the grim realities of the unfolding war.
'Hinterland' is a brand new trade paperback, published in 2022 by Pan Macmillan UK, and carries the ISBN 9781529003178. Immerse yourself in this rich tapestry of human emotion and resilience.
Shipping for this item is FREE, however, please allow 6 weeks for shipping. Please note that once you place the order, we are not able to cancel it.
Shipping for this item is FREE, however please allow 6 weeks for shipping, please note once you place the order we are not able to cancel it.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781529003178
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2022
Publisher: Pan Macmillan UK
Description:
The year is 1944 and Veit Kolbe, a young German soldier, injured fighting in Russia, is recovering at Mondsee, a village and a lake below Drachenwand mountain, close to Salzburg in Austria. Here he meets Margot and Margarete, two young women who share his hope that sometime, sooner or later, life will begin again.
The war is lost but how long will it take before it finally comes to its end? In Hinterland, Arno Geiger tells of Veit’s nightmares and the strangely normal life of the small village, of the Brazilian who dreams of returning to Rio de Janeiro, of the landlady and her rallying calls, of Margarete the teacher with whom Veit falls in love, but who doesn't return his affection.
But when Veit’s wounds are healed his next call-up orders arrive. The military outlook for Germany and Austria looks increasingly grim and Veit’s luck has run out . . .
As Veit grapples with his traumatic past, he navigates the thin line between hope and despair. The narrative poignantly captures the essence of a society yearning for normalcy amidst chaos, featuring a Brazilian dreamer longing for the vibrant life of Rio de Janeiro, and Margarete, the devoted teacher who captures Veit's heart yet remains indifferent to his love. With each turn of the page, readers will feel the weight of Veit’s impending military fate and the grim realities of the unfolding war.
'Hinterland' is a brand new trade paperback, published in 2022 by Pan Macmillan UK, and carries the ISBN 9781529003178. Immerse yourself in this rich tapestry of human emotion and resilience.
Shipping for this item is FREE, however, please allow 6 weeks for shipping. Please note that once you place the order, we are not able to cancel it.
Shipping for this item is FREE, however please allow 6 weeks for shipping, please note once you place the order we are not able to cancel it.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781529003178
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2022
Publisher: Pan Macmillan UK
Description:
The year is 1944 and Veit Kolbe, a young German soldier, injured fighting in Russia, is recovering at Mondsee, a village and a lake below Drachenwand mountain, close to Salzburg in Austria. Here he meets Margot and Margarete, two young women who share his hope that sometime, sooner or later, life will begin again.
The war is lost but how long will it take before it finally comes to its end? In Hinterland, Arno Geiger tells of Veit’s nightmares and the strangely normal life of the small village, of the Brazilian who dreams of returning to Rio de Janeiro, of the landlady and her rallying calls, of Margarete the teacher with whom Veit falls in love, but who doesn't return his affection.
But when Veit’s wounds are healed his next call-up orders arrive. The military outlook for Germany and Austria looks increasingly grim and Veit’s luck has run out . . .