The Flounder
The Flounder by Günter Grass is a New Ed edition published by Penguin in 1979, featuring 547 pages in English. This novel begins in the Stone Age with a talking fish caught by a fisherman, who is also immortal. As the narrative unfolds, Grass weaves a tale that spans millennia, showcasing his linguistic inventiveness and blending various historical and mythical elements.
Readers will encounter a rich tapestry of fiction that explores the relationship between the immortal fisherman and the talking fish as they journey through time. The narrative reflects on themes of existence and transformation, set against the backdrop of Grass’s hometown, Danzig. This edition invites readers to experience a unique blend of literary storytelling that challenges conventional narratives and engages with the complexities of time and identity.
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@lt;DIV@gt;It all begins in the Stone Age, when a talking fish is caught by a fisherman at the very spot where millennia later Grass’s home town, Danzig, will arise. Like the fish, the fisherman is immortal, and down through the ages they move together. As Grass blends his ingredients into a powerful brew, he shows himself at the peak of his linguistic inventiveness. Translated by Ralph Manheim. A Helen and Kurt Wolff Book@lt;br@gt;@lt;/div@gt;
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