The Burning Secret
- Editore:
Double 9 Books
- EAN:
9789370425422
- ISBN:
937042542X
- Pagine:
- 70
- Formato:
- Paperback
- Lingua:
- Inglese
Libro The Burning Secret di Stefan Zweig
Trama libro
The Burning Secret is a novel that delves into the complexities of desire, childhood innocence, and the intricacies of adult relationships. The narrative follows a young baron who, while vacationing at a resort, becomes captivated by a woman and her son. His infatuation with the woman deepens, yet it is the dynamics between the baron and the boy that reveal the emotional undercurrents of the story. The baron's attraction to the woman grows, but the child's innocence and sensitivity reveal a deeper layer of tension as he becomes aware of the shifting adult relationships around him. This contrast between the adult desires and the child's perspective drives the narrative, exposing the struggles and hidden emotions that lurk beneath the surface. The novel explores how adults' actions affect those around them, especially children, who may grasp the nuances of change in their environment. The story unfolds with an evolving sense of secrecy and complex emotional engagement, highlighting the conflicting desires of love, loyalty, and the impacts of hidden truths.
