The Garden Where the Brass Band Played
- 320 pages
- 12 hours of reading
Vestdijk emerged as one of the Netherlands' foremost 20th-century literary figures. After pursuing a career in medicine, he transitioned to writing, where his prolific output became legendary. Beyond his renowned novels, he was equally significant as an essayist, exploring themes of literature, art, music, and religion. His versatile body of work also included poetry and short stories, solidifying his distinct and enduring place in Dutch literature.