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Peter Verhelst

    January 28, 1962

    Peter Verhelst is a Flemish poet and writer. His work is characterized by poetic language and profound insights into the human psyche. Verhelst explores the complexities of relationships and existential themes with a unique sensitivity. His writing is regarded as a significant contribution to contemporary Flemish literature.

    Eine Handvoll Sekunden
    Das Muskelalphabet
    Der Farbenfänger.
    Das Geheimnis der Nachtigall
    Het geheim van de keel van de nachtegaal
    The man I became
    • 2016

      Warning: this story is narrated by a gorilla. He is plucked from the jungle. He learns to chat and passes the ultimate test: a cocktail party. Eventually he is moved to an amusement park, where he acts in a play about the history of civilisation. But as the gorilla becomes increasingly aware of human frailties, he must choose between his instincts and his training, between principles and self-preservation.

      The man I became