The Confusions of Young Törless

Interesting Facts

• The book is considered one of the first works to explore the psychology of adolescents and their internal conflicts.
• The novel is set in an Austrian military school, reflecting the author's personal experience, as he also attended a similar institution.
• The work addresses themes of sexuality, power, and moral dilemmas, which were quite bold for the time of its publication.
• The main character, Törless, undergoes a complex process of self-identification and self-awareness.
• The book was written during a period when Freud's psychoanalysis was gaining popularity, which is reflected in the deep psychological analysis of the characters.