Too Loud a Solitude: A Novel

The Power of Books is a captivating novella that celebrates the indestructibility of the written word.

Narrated by authorial alter ego Hanta, this tale follows a man who has spent 35 years compacting waste paper and books proscribed by various regimes at a hydraulic press in a dark cellar.

Despite his monotonous job, Hanta finds solace in the rare treasures he discovers among the trash, which become his whole life and only companions.

As he faces replacement by young workers with a more productive machine, Hanta dreams of a gigantic press that destroys not only himself but the entire city, preserving its traditions and culture.

This moving metaphor expressing fear for Central European culture belongs in libraries collecting European fiction.

Read this unforgettable tale to appreciate the transformative power of books and the importance of preserving cultural heritage.