Beatrice and Virgil

Brief Overview

The novel "Beatrice and Virgil" tells the story of a writer named Henry, who faces a creative crisis after the success of his first book. He receives a letter from an eccentric taxidermist seeking his help in writing a play. Henry meets the taxidermist, who is working on a play about Beatrice and Virgil, a donkey and a monkey living in hell. Through their dialogues, the author explores themes of the Holocaust, cruelty, and humanity. Gradually, Henry becomes immersed in the taxidermist's dark world, leading to unexpected and tragic consequences.