Das grüne Gesicht: Ein Roman

Name: Das grüne Gesicht: Ein Roman
Author: Gustav Meyrink

By Gustav Meyrink

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Set in an uncanny Amsterdam quarter, the narrative follows a disoriented foreigner whose encounters with a bizarre curiosity shop, its performers, and a parade of odd figures trigger a drift into occult visions, dream logic, and inner turmoil. Episodes blend urban realism, grotesque humor, and supernatural suggestion as the protagonist confronts shifting identities, symbolic objects, and cultlike spectacles; the work interweaves satirical portrayals of city life with mystical speculation and psychological unrest, unfolding through episodic scenes that blur waking experience and visionary states.

About the Author

Gustav Meyrink

Gustav Meyrink was an Austrian author and playwright, best known for his contributions to the genre of fantastic literature. His most notable work, "Der Golem," explores themes of mysticism and the supernatural, drawing on Jewish folklore and the legend of the Golem of Prague. Meyrink's writing often reflects his interest in the occult and the metaphysical, blending elements of horror and fantasy. In addition to novels, he wrote several short stories and novellas, including "Das grüne Gesicht" and "Der violette Tod." His unique narrative style and imaginative storytelling have secured his place in the literary heritage of early 20th-century Europe.