Zweitehe. Roman.
- 270 pages
- 10 hours of reading
Frederick Barthelme Book order (chronological)
October 10, 1943
Barthelme's literary landscape is deeply rooted in the American South, exploring its nuances with a distinctive voice. Often associated with minimalist and 'dirty realism' movements, his work captures the essence of ordinary life with stark clarity. While evolving from the postmodern influences of his brother, his early pieces still bear that connection. For over three decades, he also served as a keen editor, championing emerging talents in the literary world.
Second Marriage
- 217 pages
- 8 hours of reading
This book takes us into the lives of Henry and Theo, a thoroughly American middle class couple struggling to negotiate the suburban values of home and family.
Nadat een man en een vrouw enige tijd gescheiden zijn geweest blijkt een poging tot hereniging niet mee te vallen.
Frederick Barthelme creates an unforgettably wistful cast of characters, ordinary people moving carefully and curiously through a gently painful world.