The Aesthetics of Resistance, Volume 1
- 325 pages
- 12 hours of reading
Regarded by many as one of the leading works of this century, this novel documents the resistance to fascism in Europe (and within Germany) during WWII.
The Aesthetics of ResistanceSeries
This epic saga delves into the complex struggles against fascism during World War II. It follows characters resisting oppression, exploring the indomitable human spirit in the face of tyranny. The series offers a profound look at courage, sacrifice, and the enduring fight for freedom during one of history's darkest chapters. It serves as a testament to the power of resistance and the pursuit of dignity under extreme duress.
Recommended Reading Order
- 1
- 2
The Aesthetics of Resistance, Volume II
- 336 pages
- 12 hours of reading
Originally published in German in 1978 and appearing here in English for the first time, the second volume of Peter Weiss's three-volume novel The Aesthetics of Resistance depicts anti-fascist resistance, radical proletarian political movements, and the relationship between art and resistance from the late 1930s to World War II.
Der Roman Die Ästhetik des Widerstands ist zu einem Kultbuch geworden.Was erzählt der Roman? Er berichtet von jungen Arbeitern, die 1937 in Berlin ihren Standort umreißen. Über die Tschechoslowakei gelangt der Erzähler nach Spanien und nimmt teil am Bürgerkrieg. Der zweite Teil schildert die Vielschichtigkeit der Erlebnisse im Stockholmer Exil. Der Autor verfolgt die Wege der Personen: Endstation für viele sind die Hinrichtungsstätten des »Dritten Reichs«. Dennoch bleibt der Widerstand ihr Vermächtnis.
