The Night in Lisbon

Interesting Facts

• The novel is set in Lisbon, one of the few European cities that remained neutral during World War II.
• The main character is a German refugee trying to leave Europe to avoid Nazi persecution.
• The novel touches on themes of exile, loss, and the search for new meaning in life during wartime.
• The story unfolds over the course of one night, as the main character shares his story with another refugee.
• The book raises questions about human resilience, hope, and the strength of spirit in the face of extreme danger and uncertainty.