Death on Credit

Interesting Facts

• The book is a semi-autobiographical work, where the author incorporates many elements from his own life.
• The work is noted for its experimental style, which includes stream of consciousness and an abundance of colloquial speech.
• The book was written between the two World Wars and reflects the atmosphere of instability and crisis of that time.
• Céline uses numerous profanities and slang in the book, making the text more vivid and authentic.
• The work sparked much debate and criticism due to its pessimistic view of life and society.
• The book is considered one of Céline's most significant works and had a substantial influence on subsequent literature, especially the dystopian genre.