Arch of Triumph

Interesting Facts

• The main character of the book, Ravic, is a German surgeon living in Paris without papers and forced to hide from the authorities.
• The novel describes the lives of emigrants in Paris on the eve of World War II, highlighting their struggles and fight for survival.
• The book touches on themes of love, loss, and human resilience, exploring the complex relationship between Ravic and Joan Madou.
• Remarque drew on his own experiences of emigration and life in Paris to create a realistic backdrop and atmosphere for the novel.
• The title Arch of Triumph symbolizes both the personal victories and defeats of the characters and the historical events occurring in Europe at the time.