"The Vice-Consul" by Marguerite Duras is a captivating and introspective novel that takes readers on a journey through the depths of love, identity, and loss in a Southeast Asian town. Set against the backdrop of a decaying colonial society, the story revolves around Anne-Marie Stretter, the wife of the vice-consul,...
"Yann Andrea Steiner" by Marguerite Duras is an emotionally powerful and beautifully written novel that explores the profound and intricate nature of love and loss. Set against the backdrop of World War II, the story unfolds in a small coastal town, where an unconventional love affair blossoms between Yann Andrea,...
"Blue Eyes, Black Hair" by Marguerite Duras is a haunting and introspective novella that delves into the complex themes of desire, memory, and identity. Set in French Indochina, the story follows a young French plantation owner who becomes captivated by a local girl with striking blue eyes and black hair....
"Practicalities" by Marguerite Duras is a captivating collection of reflections that will leave readers contemplating a myriad of topics. From writing and literature to art and filmmaking, Duras shares her profound thoughts and musings, drawing readers into her world of introspection. Duras' distinctive writing style invites readers to delve into...
"Two" by Marguerite Duras is a captivating exploration of the intricate nature of love, loss, and the complexities that exist within human relationships. Set in the 1970s, the novel follows a young woman as she embarks on an intense and passionate affair with a mysterious man. Throughout their journey, Duras...
"L'Amante Anglaise" by Marguerite Duras is a gripping novel that takes readers on a thought-provoking journey into the depths of human nature and obsession. Through its intricate storytelling, the book explores themes of identity, desire, and the complexities of the human psyche. The story revolves around Claire Lannes, a middle-aged...
"The Man Sitting in the Corridor" by Marguerite Duras is a captivating and introspective novel that delves deep into the intricacies of human despair and the complexities of relationships. Set against the backdrop of a Parisian apartment building, the story follows a group of residents who are brought together by...
"Le Square" by Marguerite Duras is a captivating and thought-provoking novel that takes readers on a poetic journey into the depths of love, desire, and human relationships. The story is set in a square in Paris, a place that becomes a character itself, filled with its own atmosphere and personality....
"The Malady of Death" by Marguerite Duras is a captivating novella that explores the intricacies of human connections, the nature of desire, and the eternal search for meaning. Through a brief yet intense narrative, Duras delves into the struggles of a man who hires a woman to stay with him...