About the Author
Irmgard Keun
ISBN 9780241747285
Rs. 478
Penguin Classics
After Midnight
Who it's for: Readers of literary fiction interested in historical settings
Arrested in Cologne for remarking that the Fuhrer looked sweaty, nineteen-year-old Sanna has fled to Frankfurt. But her troubles are far from over. Her best friend Gerti has fallen for a Jewish boy, her brother writes books that have been blacklisted, and her own aunt could turn her in to the authorities at any moment. Darkly humorous and utterly heart rending, this gripping novel vividly captures the terror and hysteria of pre-war Nazi Germany.
Highlights
- Set in 1930s Nazi Germany, capturing the era's fear and hysteria.
- Follows Sanna, a nineteen-year-old who fled Cologne after a risky remark.
- Explores the dangers of living under a totalitarian regime through personal relationships.
- Combines dark humor with a gripping, heart-rending narrative.
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Questions about this book
What is the setting of the book?
The novel is set in pre-war Nazi Germany, primarily in Frankfurt, where the protagonist has fled after an incident in Cologne.
Who is the main character?
The main character is Sanna, a nineteen-year-old woman who is trying to survive in a repressive society.
What is the tone of the book?
The tone is darkly humorous, but also heart-rending, as it depicts the harsh realities of the time.
What are some key plot elements?
Key elements include Sanna's flight from Cologne, her friend Gerti's relationship with a Jewish boy, her brother's blacklisted books, and the threat of her aunt turning her in.