Title: Death in Venice and other stories
First published: 1983
Description: In Death in Venice, an elderly, famous, and wealthy writer named Aschenbach goes on vacation. He becomes fascinated with Tadzio, a young teenager who is staying with his family at Aschenbach's hotel. As his obsession grows, and despite warnings that a plague is threatening Venice, Aschenbach remains at the hotel hoping to make a connection with the elusive Tadzio. Mann's novel is celebrated for its subtle characterization, and its exploration of the struggles of the artist--the longing for transcendence and ideal beauty vs. the need to sacrifice for one's art.
Subjects: Translations into English, Continental european fiction (fictional works by one author), Fiction, psychological, Venice (italy), fiction, Fiction, short stories (single author), English Translations, German Short stories, Gustav von Aschenbach (Fictitious character), Fiction, Middle-aged men, Male homosexuality
People: Thomas Mann (1875-1955)
Time periods: 20th century