The Sanatorium Under the Sign of the Hourglass

Brief Overview

«The Sanatorium Under the Sign of the Hourglass» is a story by Bruno Schulz. The main character travels to a sanatorium to visit his dying father. However, this place turns out to be unusual: time seems to have stopped here, and he feels as if he is in a state of half-sleep. The staff explains that time is relative: the protagonist's father has died, but for those in this place, death is not final. In this story, Bruno Schulz creates a haunting, surreal picture that not only evokes fear but also prompts reflection on the fleeting nature of life, both individual and collective.