Der alte König in seinem Exil

Synopsis of Der alte König in seinem Exil

In this moving work, Arno Geiger presents us with an intimate and personal portrait of his father, who suffers from senile dementia. Through his memories and experiences, the author reconstructs the life of his parent, exploring his childhood, his personality and the family ties that bind them. With a sensitive and reflective prose, Geiger invites us to reflect on the fragility of memory, the importance of emotional bonds and human dignity in the midst of illness and oblivion. A moving story that reminds us of the beauty and complexity of life, even in its most difficult moments.