The Berlin Stories
The Berlin Stories
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1939
Book Brief
256
Novel • Fiction
Berlin • 1930s
1939
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Berlin Stories by Christopher Isherwood includes "Mr. Norris Changes Trains" and "Goodbye to Berlin," which depict the lives of expatriates in 1930s Berlin during the rise of Hitler. The narratives follow intriguing characters, including Arthur Norris and Sally Bowles, as they navigate the city's vibrant yet tumultuous atmosphere. Individuals experience love, betrayal, and the growing political menace.
Gritty
Nostalgic
Mysterious
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Christopher Isherwood's The Berlin Stories is widely acclaimed for its evocative portrayal of Berlin in the 1930s, capturing the city's vibrant, yet tumultuous atmosphere. Positive reviews highlight Isherwood's sharp, engaging prose and rich character development. However, some critics note a fragmented narrative. Overall, it remains a vivid, compelling historical snapshot.
Who Should Read The Berlin Stories?
Readers who relish historical and literary fiction, particularly of the interwar period, will enjoy The Berlin Stories by Christopher Isherwood. Similar in tone to F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby and Ernest Hemingway's A Moveable Feast, this book appeals to those captivated by richly detailed settings, complex characters, and the decadence of 1930s Berlin.
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256
Novel • Fiction
Berlin • 1930s
1939
Adult
18+ years
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