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The story revolves around Gustav von Aschenbach, a celebrated author recognized for his disciplined and meticulously crafted works. Set against the backdrop of Venice, the novella explores themes of aestheticism and decadence, reflecting Mann's engagement with Freud's theories on the unconscious. As Aschenbach confronts his desires and the allure of beauty, the narrative delves into the complexities of obsession and mortality, making it a profound exploration of the human condition.
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Death In Venice, Thomas Mann
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- Released
- 2021
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- Title
- Death In Venice
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Thomas Mann
- Publisher
- True Sign Publishing House
- Released
- 2021
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 74
- ISBN13
- 9789355842923
- Series
- Tags
- Fiction, Historical Themes, Art, Love, Classics, Short Stories, German Literature, Germany, LGBTQ+, 20th century, Stories, Death, Southern Europe, Italy, Culture and Society, Adapted for Film, Novellas, Inspiration, Diseases, Journey, Required Reading, Writers, Homosexuality, Nobel prize, Narration, Hotels, Venice, Graphics
- First published
- 1912
- Original title
- Der Tod in Venedig
- Rating
- 3.75 out of 5
- Description
- The story revolves around Gustav von Aschenbach, a celebrated author recognized for his disciplined and meticulously crafted works. Set against the backdrop of Venice, the novella explores themes of aestheticism and decadence, reflecting Mann's engagement with Freud's theories on the unconscious. As Aschenbach confronts his desires and the allure of beauty, the narrative delves into the complexities of obsession and mortality, making it a profound exploration of the human condition.