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I Curse the River of Time

I Curse the River of Time

Contemporary LiteratureDrama
Pages
240
Published
2010
Language
English

Synopsis

Set in 1989 against the backdrop of a crumbling Eastern Bloc, I Curse the River of Time follows Arvid Jansen as his mother's cancer diagnosis forces him to confront mortality and their fractured relationship. A lyrical meditation on love, loss, and the passage of time.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

MelancholicReflective
Coming of Age

Genres

Contemporary Literature Drama Literary Fiction

Authors

C
Charlotte Barslund

Charlotte Barslund writes the Wildwitch fantasy series, featuring titles like Oblivion. Her books offer readers engaging stories in a magical world.

P
Per Petterson

Per Petterson is a Norwegian author recognized for his spare, direct prose. His work often explores themes of loss, memory, and the complexities of family relationships. Among his notable books is "I Curse the River of Time."

Characters

Arvid JansenProtagonist

A young man in his early twenties navigating a relationship with his dying mother and the turmoil of late Cold War Europe.

Arvid's motherSupporting

Diagnosed with cancer, her illness drives much of Arvid's internal conflict as he confronts mortality and their strained relationship.

All characters in I Curse the River of Time