Death in Venice

007 - Chapter IV Part 2

14 min · 20. feb. 2026
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In Death in Venice, Nobel Prize-winning author Thomas Mann weaves a haunting tale of obsession and beauty. The novella follows Gustav von Aschenbach, a celebrated writer in his early 50s, who, having faced the loss of his wife and grappling with his own declining health, travels to the enchanting city of Venice. There, he becomes spellbound by the ethereal beauty of a 14-year-old boy, leading him down a path of desire and despair. Acclaimed as a literary masterpiece, this poignant story was also adapted into a 1971 film featuring Dirk Bogarde. (Summary by Lee Smalley)

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