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Chronicle in Stone

Chronicle in Stone

A Novel
Historical FictionLiterary Fiction
Pages
320
Published
1987
Language
English

Synopsis

Experience World War II through the eyes of a young man navigating the occupation of his Albanian hometown. He grapples with the harsh realities of war, finding solace in unexpected moments and the power of literature. This story captures the struggle for identity amidst a backdrop of profound historical change.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

DarkMelancholicThought-ProvokingReflective
Coming of Age

Genres

Historical Fiction Literary Fiction Military World War II

Authors

D
David Bellos

David Bellos is an English-born translator and biographer.

I
Ismail Kadare

Ismail Kadare is an Albanian writer whose novels often examine history and totalitarianism. His work, like L'accident, uses allegory to explore complex political and social issues.

Characters

The young manProtagonist
All characters in Chronicle in Stone