A Tale for Midnight
- 354 pages
- 13 hours of reading
Frederic Prokosch Books
May 17, 1906 – June 2, 1989
Frederic Prokosch garnered widespread attention in the 1930s for his novels. His works delve into exotic themes, often set in faraway locales. Prokosch's style is characterized by its lyrical quality and melancholic atmosphere. Readers were drawn to his prose for its poetic beauty and profound insights into the human condition.
The Asiatics
- 384 pages
- 14 hours of reading
Set against the backdrop of Asia, this novel follows a young American narrator's hitchhiking journey from Beirut to China. As he navigates diverse landscapes and cultures, he relies on the kindness of strangers and the resources of the land. The narrative explores the transformative nature of travel, revealing how it can create an alternate reality filled with unexpected experiences. Celebrated by notable literary figures, the work offers a profound reflection on the essence of exploration and human connection.
Vier Europeanen gaan in Afrika op zoek naar een verdwenen man en worden tijdens deze reis geconfronteerd met allerlei ontberingen.
Sieben auf der Flucht
- 342 pages
- 12 hours of reading
Die metaphysische Piazza
- 370 pages
- 13 hours of reading
Jednou v noci přešla karavana vyschlé koryto řeky a přiblížila se k Aquesu ze směru od Kashgaru.S karavanou cestoval Dr.Liu kultivovaný čínský obchodník,sedm evropanů včetně jedné ženy a asi tucet tureckých nosičů.Evropané byli nuceni opustit Kashgar protože v provincii Sing-tiang vypukly nepokoje.Před nimi ležel náročný úsek cesty téměř dva tisíce kilometrů na východ do Šanghaje.
