Tag Archives: Thomas Mann

Colin Wilson, “The Outsider”

Posted on September 30, 2009 by Ron Pavellas

I just finished reading The Outsider, by Colin Wilson. I will read it, I am sure, no less than two more times, and will make copious notes while doing so. It is one of those rare books by a contemporary … Continue reading →

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“Buddenbrooks”, Thomas Mann’s First Published Novel

Posted on February 18, 2009 by Ron Pavellas

One can easily find a summary and analysis of the book on the Internet, such as this from “BookRags.” I have a different, but not contrary, view of the book which I offer below. The edition I bought was published in … Continue reading →

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