Widow

Author: George Rodenbach
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Publish Date: 2002-11-01
Features: A classic translation series of Belgian literature. The Dead Wife tells the story of a widower who struggles to cope with the grief of losing his beloved wife. One day, he meets a young woman on the street and discovers a resemblance to his deceased wife in her. Ignoring societal prejudices and social pressures, he decides to marry her. However, he later realizes that the woman, who looks identical to his late wife, has a completely different soul, leading to a tragic outcome. The novel uses the autumn scenery of the old riverbank and the solitude of the monastery to suggest and enhance the lifeless atmosphere of Bruges, leaving a profound impression. It is considered one of the most representative works of Belgian Symbolist literature.