Pascal Quignard is a French writer whose work spans novels, poetry, and essays, often delving into the intricacies of human consciousness and historical memory. His distinctive style is marked by a lyrical prose, meticulous attention to language, and a profound ability to evoke sensory experiences. Drawing inspiration from antiquity and the Baroque era, Quignard's writings offer a unique exploration of the human condition. He crafts narratives that are both intellectually stimulating and aesthetically rich, inviting readers into a world of profound reflection.
Enfants tristes et mères lointaines. Souvenirs menteurs et apparences trompeuses. Un roman de dérive, d'une parfaite musicalité. L'argument est simple: l'amitié entre deux hommes, qui se défait avec le temps pour diverses raisons (inconsistance, jalousie, etc).