The laughter of demons

Author: (French) Beju
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Publish Date: 2007-01-01
Features: The Laugh of the Demons was selected as the "Best Foreign Novel of the Year" in the 21st Century Annual Award. The book tells the extraordinary life stories of two individuals born after World War II. Paul, a French boy, spends his vacation at his German pen pal's home and meets Clara, a German girl. Paul's father had participated in the French Resistance, while Clara's father was a Nazi army doctor during the war. Paul and Clara become close friends. Later, Paul becomes a sculptor, and Clara becomes a photography reader. Their life paths intersect several times before ultimately separating. The book reflects the impact of war on several generations, starting from reflections on war, it delves into humanity, life, art, and happiness.