{"title":"Bernhard Schlink","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our Bernhard Schlink collection, where you'll find the intriguing works of one of Germany's most renowned authors. Bernhard Schlink, originally a constitutional law professor and judge, ventured into the literary world and garnered international attention with his riveting storytelling and profound themes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his most celebrated novels, \u003cem\u003eThe Reader\u003c\/em\u003e, explores the complex moral dilemmas and emotional aftermath of post-war Germany. The book received widespread acclaim and was subsequently adapted into a successful film, captivating audiences worldwide with its poignant narrative and deep character exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSchlink's writing is characterised by its meticulous exploration of legal and ethical issues, often weaving in elements of suspense that keep readers engaged from start to finish. His storytelling not only entertains but also invites readers to ponder weighty questions about guilt, redemption, and the human condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSchlink has a remarkable ability to blend intimate personal stories with grand historical themes, making his novels a delightful read for anyone who appreciates profound and thought-provoking fiction. Dive into his collection today and discover stories that linger long after the last page is turned.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-reader-by-bernhard-schlink-9781399603232","title":"The Reader","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor fifteen-year-old Michael Berg, a chance meeting with an older woman leads to far more than he ever imagined. The woman in question is Hanna, and before long they embark on a passionate, clandestine love affair. He never learns very much about her and when she disappears one day, he expects never to see her again. But, to his horror, he does. Hanna is a defendant in a trial related to Germany's Nazi past, and it soon becomes clear that she is guilty of an unspeakable crime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs Michael follows the trial, he struggles with an overwhelming question: what should his generation do with its knowledge of the Holocaust?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Reader\u003c\/i\u003e is an international bestseller and a true modern classic, examining the gap between Germany's pre- and post-war generations, between the guilty and the innocent, and between words and silence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46735750365420,"sku":"9781399603232","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/ddca040af3a6b5877703507345f50479.jpg?v=1755397619"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/bernhard-schlink.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}