Confessions of Felix Krull

Interesting Facts

• The book is an autobiography of the fictional character Felix Krull, who narrates his life and adventures.
• From childhood, Felix Krull exhibits extraordinary abilities in deception and manipulation, which help him survive and succeed.
• One of the key themes of the book is the exploration of the nature of art and creativity through the lens of adventurism and fraud.
• Felix Krull uses his attractive appearance and charm to gain people's trust and benefit from it.
• The book is filled with satirical elements that mock societal norms and moral standards.
• The work remains unfinished, as Thomas Mann planned to write a continuation but did not manage to do so.