"Quand nous partons, nous ne sommes que des vulgaires soldats, maussades ou de bonne humeur et, quand nous arrivons dans la zone où commence le front, nous sommes devenus des hommes-bêtes..." Témoignange d'un simple soldat allemand de la guerre de 1914-1918, ce roman pacifiste, réaliste et bouleversant, connut, dès sa parution un succès mondial retentissant
Brian Murdoch provides an alternative view of the Middle Ages, showing the anarchy and decadence which lurked below the surface of a devout and conformist society. The grinning gargoyle, which mocked the solemnity of Gothic cathedrals, symbolises the violence, depravity and irreverence inherent in man which could not be suppressed by the church.
War, Death, Morality
Exploring the existential struggles in an age marked by war and destruction, this study delves into three significant twentieth-century German plays. It examines how characters confront the absence of salvation, highlighting the profound challenges of living amidst chaos. The analysis offers insights into the themes of mortality and meaning, reflecting the broader human experience in a tumultuous historical context.